We started the 2021 Qua-rap-tine battle with twelve fierce competitors, ready to spit fire, 'throw wrath,' and showcase their unique rapping styles. After the first battle, we saw six (6) rappers eliminated. On Friday, May 14, 2021, the remaining six battled for their chance to make it to the final round. The organizers challenged the rappers to use "vaccine" in their lyrics. Based on the Round 1 performances, I knew we could not underestimate any of the performers.
We all expected that this round would have been fierce. We also hoped that each competitor would have taken the judges' comments as constructive criticism to sharpen their performance and wordplay. After watching Round 2, I commend the rappers for honing their craft and for sharing their talents. Again, Masa hosted the event and PDB, PNDRN and Monéa served as judges. Here's the recap!
Pun G vs. Buggz
Buggz is definitely not a stranger to music because we know him for his work in ABM. He has a distinctive voice and performance style that he uses to his advantage. This creative rapper has consistent flow and a catchy rhyming style.
Sample lyrics: "I pack a punch like I Rocky, got the placed locked like some natties, who can stop me, they can't top me."
Pun G is a strong competitor who has a smooth delivery and hard-hitting lyrics. He maintained the same deft performance as he did in Round 1, which was evident in the judges' comments. His performance was sound with his distinctive flow.
Sample lyrics: "I pulling in Round 3 with my transportation, windows down cause I moving with no hesitation, if you want to learn to be a boss, registration."
The judges decided:
PDB - Buggz
Monéa- Pun G
PNDRN - Buggz
Shawndehrapper vs. Dink Dawg
Dink Dawg is an upcoming rapper from Virgin Gorda who recently launched a music video for his single, Crocodile Teeth Remix. Dink Dawg's Round 2 performance was more subdued in the delivery; however, he again came hard with his punch lines and wordplay.
Sample Lyrics: "Sit back, relax and watch your boy take the whole show, claim say you real but you real estupido, you just took a loss now you silent like a scarecrow."
Shawndehrapper was one of the youngest competitors in the 2021 Qua-rap-tine battle. He also recently launched a music video for his Beatbox Remix. Shawndehrapper extended himself in Round 2 by showcasing his versatility and flow. He came stronger and came even harder with his lyrics.
Sample lyrics: "Yes I only 15, but I moving like a big G, Yes I am an amateur but I still hitting the big leagues, you say you from the South Side but I never hear them claim you yet and you using other man chain in your video as a flex."
The judges decided:
PDB - Dink Dawg
Monéa- Shawndehrapper
PNDRN - Dink Dawg
Deh Flippaz vs. Ron-G
I happened to see Deh Flippaz before Round 2, and I commended him for his Round 1 performance. In Round 2, he did not disappoint. He has consistently shown his capabilities and his mastery of lyrical flow.
Sample lyrics: "I could do this off the top, so put respect on my name, this is real life rap, and I'm the beast in the cage, want smoke, take a seat and let me blow you in flames."
Ron G has shown consistency in the way he performs and his ability to switch flow. He has a smooth delivery, performance energy, and an extensive vocabulary.
Sample lyrics: "That whip is mine, these n**** talking out of the rentals, I've been painting vivid pictures with a broken stencil, I've been eating my carrots when I count the cabbage."
The judges decided:
PDB - Deh Flippaz
Monéa- Deh Flippaz
PNDRN - Deh Flippaz
Therefore, the rappers advancing to Round 3 are Deh Flippaz, Dink Dawg, and Buggz. Again, I wish the rappers all the best and look forward to their upcoming performances and future work.
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