He Got Game Analysis

A starting point of looking at the meaning of music is to consider the idea that music has some sort of link between the way it is performed, and those who perform it. This leads to a question of authenticity. Authenticity is a multi-faceted subjective word that can mean different things for different people. Consequently when the term “authentic” is used, I will use it to answer the question of: What does it mean for music to be played authentically? Using “authentic” this way allows me to define it as a mode in which originality functions towards the true meaning of the music 's intent. This definition, as we shall see, does not escape some of the conundrums of musical meaning. In fact, these conundrums might destroy the concept of authenticity as even something that should be talked about in musical theory.

Another aspect that is also contributory to the first part of the fair use four-factor test, is the contrast of the use of the copyrighted line that West borrows from Dan’s work. West’s work incorporates the line from Steely Dan’s song that expresses “Did you realize / That you were a champion in their eyes?” (8-9). The character of these lyrics is distinctly different in West’s song. For West, this phrase defines the idolized image he sees when he reflects on his feelings about his father. Although his father was not a present figure in his life, West notes that his father’s efforts to provide for West’s living needs made his father a “champion” in his eyes. Meanwhile, Dan’s song utilizes the phrase as a means of reflection on the talents of the town’s drug manufacturer. Dan characterizes the manufacturer as being almost God-like. The manufacturer is a “champion” in the eyes of the consumers of his products. The purpose for the line incorporated in West’s song is completely different from that of Dan’s making his use of the copyrighted work a transformative one.

In my opinion I thought the song was great. It had a nice bluesy feel and was relaxing to listen to him. King is such a great lyricist and I thoroughly enjoyed listening to him during this tune. Many people recognize B.B. by this tune and I can see why. His take on the song is very original and unique only to him. I truly enjoyed learning about the King of the Blues throughout this project and through his

With its rip roaring beat, tactical lyrics, and powerful message this song is the anthem that Spike Lee was aiming for. It gives context to the scenes and sets the mood for the rest of the film.

It is hard to determine one or the other as "better" because both guys have such different styles. There is little fault in LeBron's game, he's a monster who goes to the basket whenever he wants. Jordan did the similar thing but did not just drive to the rack, due to his difference in size.

A lot of people who listen to hip-hop know that most artist come from poor rough communities, the person who I’m about to introduce you to is an artist by which hip-hop had change his life from a negative place in life to a positive place in life. The rap artist is The Game, if you’re not familiar with him he is also from Compton. The Game was involved in a lot of gang violence growing up, in his A and E Documentary “The Streets of Compton” it talked about how hip-hop changed The Game’s life. The Game was a well-known gangster who ran with the Bloods a notorious gang in Los Angeles. The Game had no other choice but to join the gang because he needed money and had nothing else to do. The Bloods were always feuding with the Crips which is another violent gang in LA. But one day when The Game was in a hotel some Crips came and shot him in the chest multiple times, he was later rushed to a hospital and he was in a coma for a couple of months. When he woke up he soon realized that he needed to change his ways or he would die for real. So, The Game had decided that he wanted to become a rapper and express his feelings about how he felt about his life. The Game had believed that him being alive today was a message from god. The Game had begun to teach himself how to rap and eventually he turned it into a career and laughed his first album “The Documentary” in 2005. This album had changed his life and made him realize that being a gang member can affect your life. The Game had mentioned that if he never would have done rap he would have probably gone the wrong path and probably would have ended up dead. The Game is one of many rappers that hip-hop had a positive impact on him. I personally believe that if he didn’t choose to become a rapper he would have ended up in a casket. This is one good example on how hip-hop had a positive impact on him. Not

This song is an eyeopener for many people to not worry about who they are but to start caring for everything black culture has to offer by respecting the culture and its people because we can not love just part it, we have to love all of

This song urges for change in the communities of these African Americans. It shows the relation between the racist times of slavery days and black on black crime. The issue that not only are the cops killing young African American males

I agree with Mr. Ebert’s assessment that Tom Shadyac “doesn’t ask enough”. Where are the skeptics? I understand that a documentary that is written and directed by the same person usually has one agenda – to prove the point or answer the question how they want it answered. The famous and knowledgeable interviewees and contributors are often on the same wavelength even though they have varied backgrounds. This makes the discussion interesting. However, it is the silly parts that ultimately make it look very gimmicky. The film asked some big questions and like Mr. Ebert I would have like to see some skeptics in the mix.

What I personally like about this song is the way I interpreted it; I’m too young to know what love truly is, but seeing the way people talk and sing about falling in love is truly beautiful in my perspective. Aside from the message, I’m truly just fascinated with Frank Sinatra's voice and how a single man can leave such a huge mark in our music

This song could have, and most likely did, cause a bit of controversy. The Black Eyed Peas risked, and sacrificed, losing their fans and bad publicity. The demand for love over how the world is today could strike anger in many people. They ask for honesty from the media, new and profound “values of humanity,” and for “fairness in equality” in their lyrics. They risk their fans and reputation but they benefit the ears and hearts of those hoping for the same.

To tell you the truth this was the first time i heard of this song. In my opinion i do think that this is a great example because as you stated in your post it did talked about the inner and outer peace with the poor African American Community. I do think today the government has stepped up and helping not just the African Community but all families that are financial having troubles.

Often times in a theatre troupe, three different groups tend to stand out amongst the crowd. In this troupe, there are the Captain Knows-how's, the Diamond Shiner's, and the Queen's of Drama. They all have their perks, except when their special instincts take over and steal the show.

The Play “Pardon Me” is set in the mid 1950s. The Korean War has ended our Country is at peace, pre-Vietnam and the military draft is still in effect.

Kendrick’s song expresses the continued struggle faced by African Americans in modern society. The first couple lines of his song truly display how he feels about the mistreatment of African Americans: