If this album is an accurate assessment of Mr. Oddisee’s illustrates how he struggles with the decision to chase the fame or remain grounded. It’s so relatable in how it is indicative of the deep thoughts that we all endure at some point in life, whether you’re the creative type or an average Joe. This horn heavy mid tempo gem is what some may consider a perfect song. Such honesty is usually found on debut projects before artists grasp the fact that they are stars and well, this is what stars do.Ĭontradiction’s Maze, which features fellow DMV artist Maimouna Youssef, is my favorite cut on the album. This song has a special transparency that you normally don’t receive from an artist with Oddissee’s resume. There’s evidence on Want Something Done where Oddisee raps “ Glorifying music that’s abusive and a threat to us and if you got a message in your records you collecting dust”. You can gather that those tougher times for Oddisee might include dealing with the music that’s plastered across the airwaves in 2015. With lines like “ When I would have to learn the hard way and you would let me fall but never did it out of spite”, he reminds us that love can come in many forms and though love is usually the form that makes you stronger and helps you weather the tougher times. The music actually speaks to you and then Oddisee takes you on a four minute dissertation explaining why recognizing genuine love is essential in one’s own success. When the first track, That’s Love, boldly emits from the speakers, you can tell this album not just another conglomeration of materialistic rhetoric. Not the case when listening to The Good Fight.

Lately, I’ve had to carefully manage my expectations with most new releases, because the let-down factor has become so popular due to the over-promotion of subpar material. Now he’s uniquely pocketed in the industry above the depths of the underground, but still below the commercial radar. This album soars above the competition in its honesty and Oddisee is able to paint a clear picture of his struggles with maintaining artistic integrity and not falling victim to the materialistic nature that has engulfed Hip Hop as of late.Įven though Oddissee is successfully established as a full time musician, MC, and label exec, he hasn’t forgotten where his roots are and recognizes the carefully planned steps he used to get him there. With a number of albums dropping recently that creatively push the envelope, The Good Fightdemonstrates Oddissee’s ability to remain true to formula while delivering quality product. Refreshing, innovative, progressive and necessary are all terms that can be used to describe the latest full length LP, The Good Fight from Mello Music Group front man and DC native Oddisee.

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