We’re Bringing Lyrics Back: Outkast – Big Boi & Andre 3000

Hello UrbanERs, OUTKAST, YESS!!! This was a hip-hop quotable that I have always wanted to do for a long time. But each time it came down to it, I always find myself fighting with which quotable to do. Every single song Outkast jumps on, whether separate or together, they send your nodding head and tapping [...]

We’re Bringing Lyrics Back: Tyga Feat. Adele “Reminded”

Dear Urban Twisters, I would like to first apologize for my long hiatus from theurbantwist.com. It’s been awhile since I did an article for “We’re Bringing Back Lyrics” and “The Speaker Box” Columns. But I will be back giving you the raw on Hip-Hop related topics. I hope that you continue to look to this [...]

Is Superman Making a Statement by Renouncing His U.S. Citizenship?

In issue #900 of DC’s Action Comics, the Man Of Steel will renounce his U.S. citizenship, and of course it’s hit the political infotainment media with lightning speed.

The Hate List! It’s Been a Long Time…

Today’s Hate List is brought to you by me. If it seems like I have been gone to long, well I have been. Blame it on me finding love. It’s true; love came in the form of a crack pipe and a lady of the night name Danielle. So as you can tell, I found it a little hard getting [...]

We’re Bringing Lyrics Back: Common – “The Corner”

Its rare that you find a mainstream hip-hop artist, that still have a huge underground following, a recognized actor, and the backing of a record label that appreciates and pushes lyricism of their artist as a major marketing tool. Kanye West’s GOOD Music imprint has a hefty conglomerate-sized roster, that include one half of The [...]

Is it time to Hang Up Black History Month?

Maybe some feel that Black History month is an essential contribution to what is missing in American textbooks. Initially, it was to celebrate African Americans for their contributions to American society. Yes, African American students are educated on the trans-Atlantic slave trade as they are on the Holocaust, but less on our contributions as a [...]

We’re Bringing Lyrics Back: Scarface’s “Girl You Know”

It’s been a minute since we have heard any sound out of Texas, from a hip-hop prospective at least. Yes, the lone star state is home to many artist like Beyonce, Slim Thug, Chamillionaire, Paul Wall, GS Boyz, Dorrough, Bun B, and the late Pimp C. But you can’t mention Texas without mentioning Scarface. He [...]

The Speaker Box Presents Underground Act of the Month: J_Bricks

Give this man his chance and he’ll tear the door off its hinges.

We’re Bringing Lyrics Back: Nas’ “Can’t Forget About You

A classic Nas joint finds its way into this column.

We’re Bringing Lyrics Back: J. Cole’s “Too Deep For The Intro”

His “Friday Night Lights” mixtape contains many quotables. This is just one of them.

We’re Bringing Lyrics Back: Kanye West’s “Lost in the World”

Kanye’s new in the city and he’s down for the night.

With the Release of His new album, Kanye West is, Once again, Party-approved

Kim K. is a Victim of The Double Standard

The infamous double standard strikes again. This time targeting one of our favorite celebutantes, Kim Kardashian. Are men the only people allowed to date around and have fun?

Hip-Hop Quotable of the Week

Hello UrbanERS, Once again I’m digging in the Nicki Minaj goody basket, for a batch of tongue twisting mind blowing lyrics. This week’s lyrics comes from Eminem, Slim-Shady, Marshall, whatever you wanna call him, the guy is consistent with flow, lyrical stabs, and humorous suprises. Check these lyrics from “Romans Revenge” on Nicki Minaj’s “Pink [...]

How 50 Tyson Exposed Hip-Hop

50 Tyson is the true embodiment of an internet phenomenon. If you for some unknown reason have yet to come across this gem of a person on the net, that’s him above in the video. This video alone has over 4,000,000 views alone and counting as I write this post. And this is just one [...]

Hip-Hop Quotable of the WEEK

Hello Urban Heads, THIS is the FIRST of a daily series that will feature the lyrics of today’s prominent Hip-Hop Stars. You are invited to voice your opinion on the lyrics posted. Feel free to drop a comment or a quick word on what you think of the featured piece. This week, we feature Nicki [...]

Lil Kim’s Diss Track to Nicki Minaj & Young Money, and Diddy!!!

Hello Urban Twisters, Its been a minute since i broke out with something for the speaker box, forgive me. Hope everyone had hell of a stuffing of great times, family, and of all things the food this Thanksgiving. Well lets get down to the nitty-gritty. Just when you thought that Lil Kim was on her [...]

Why Domestic Violence Never Goes Away?

Many moons back (well not that many) when I was a Freshman in College and back when I was getting my “Denzel Washington” on, I auditioned and won a role in a University of Pittsburgh stage production called “In Jeopardy”. Now this play wasn’t the typical type of play that you may be accustomed to [...]

MySpace-Facebook, CoD Black Ops – Helpin’ out the Ratio

Just when you thought it was safe to let your mama come to the TheUrbanTwist, I stepped on the scene and DID NOT hold the door open for her… oops… my bad. So what’s going on in the world today? Well, I guess that’s my job to cover, so here goes nothin’… MySpace and Facebook, [...]

The TSA’s TNA & PDA Problem: Why Are Conservative 9/12ers Up in Arms Over Airport Security?

I knew it was coming. Perhaps it’s because I’ve been subject to “step aside” searches at the airport on a number of occasions, but still I knew that it was only a matter of time before your standard “club bouncer” pat down was instituted, along with some kind of a TOTAL RECALL like scanner (had [...]