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Status: Single
City: Durham
State: North Carolina
Country: US
Signup Date: 8/5/2005
Monday, December 31, 2007 
"...And then reach back in that closet and pull out summa that smoooth stuff like ya daddy wear....them two piece suits...y'know what I'm sayin?" - James "Pops" Mitchell

So, after the success of "Life of the Party," me and Pooh decided to do more work with Nottz and see what else we could come up with.  We took a trip to Nottz's studio in Virginia, went through damn near 300 beats, and heard an early version of Snoop and Kells' "That's That Shit."  Once this beat came up in the iTunes folder though, me and Pooh immediately stopped what we were doing and looked at each other like this:



We knew this was gonna be something special.  Me and Pooh had never rhymed over a tempo that fast and wanted a beat that would challenge us and take us out of our comfort zone.  Normally, I'll have a song concept in my mind and will search for a beat to fit it, but this was one of the rare occasions where the beat forced my hand.  To me, the tempo and the feel of the track just said 'old niggas steppin' so I took it there.  In writing most of the songs on this album, I was trying to think about how these joints would fit into people's lives.  Some niggas make songs for the club.....I make songs for the family reunion.  Songs to get you through your day at work, songs to study, smoke, chill, drive, play spades, and get your hair done to.  To me, that's what real life is; the stuff that happens while you wait for the moments that never come (c) Lester Freamon

Originally, the hook for this one had me and D. Brock going back and forth.  Once me and Pooh narrowed the tracklisting down and decided that 'Two Step' was gonna be Brock's only appearance on the album, I gave my vocals the axe and left him in for the full song.  Also, I did a vocal reference for Stan Graham's trumpet solo that you'll also hear in this mix.  Me and Khrysis almost left it in on some George Benson 'saing along as I solo' steez, but ultimately decided that it woulda been corny....and George Benson is 10X the sainga I am....

I apologize for the brief hiatus, folks....the holidays have been a really busy time.  On top of which, the LB team lost one of its dearest friends/extended family members yesterday morning. 

R.I.P to my man Ronnie Johnson, a record industry veteran who was one of our biggest supporters during our time at Atlantic Records.  Aside from being one of the biggest vocal champions of Little Brother (i.e. if not for him and my man James Lopez, Minstrel Show may have never seen the light of day), he was an all-around good dude who always took time to show love and respect to those around him, and schooled us on many facets of the game.  Please send some prayers up for him and his family.  We miss you, brother.

Wishing y'all a safe and happy '08,
Phonte
11:43 PM
 
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PBG: www.heyyouasked.blogspot.com

 
First off, Leaster Freamon is the smartest dude on "The Wire". I'm always listening out for a gem of a quote from him. I usually end up crackin' up @ Snoop! LOL!

This song is my favorite from Getback. I am a party girl, and I love partying w/the Old Heads. They know how to get it in and its all about the party! I do some of my best shimmin' w/folks at least 10-15 years my senior. "Two Step Blues" puts me right there...I love this SONG!! Thank you for this one! Matter of fact, I'm gonna get it ready for me to dance in 2008....









RIP to your man Ronnie. LB has an angel now. Peaceful journey, sir...
 
Posted by PBG: www.heyyouasked.blogspot.com on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 1:18 AM
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Yonna

 
I mean, we can have the two step, as long as it aint My Drink and My Two Step...

No apology needed for the hiatus...this is what life is like when folks are on tour, so my best friend has said...

my condolences...
 
Posted by Yonna on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 1:18 AM
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Aimé Cain

 
thats whats up some insightfull shit
ANd on that note
Happy New Year Noogah
And Sip some off that good shit

Pimp OUt
 
Posted by Aimé Cain on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 1:19 AM
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New-Age Slave

 
aye bruh, first off, I wish you and your a safe, happy, and prosperous '08!

and my condolences to everyone affected by Ronnie Johnson's passing.

"Two Step Blues" is my feel good song, that jam I bump in the whip...the one I be giggin' to on the way to or from work...really, this song does a good job of lifting my spirits up if nothing else does, so thanks for capturing that emotion on record...I rarely go out cuz of what you talked about on "After The Party" but "Two Step Blues" is vivd enough for me to live vicariously through your lyrics! lol

How appropo you drop this gem on NYE...no doubt this will be an essential part to the soundtrack for tonight's festivities.

Peace!
 
Posted by New-Age Slave on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 1:31 AM
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The Crazy Life That Is Alarick T

 
First and foremost, I send out my condolences to the lost of your good friend. Aside from that, I hope you all have had/having a great holiday season. "Two Step" is one of my favorite tracks on Getback. On a recent trip to Atlanta, this song was on constant repeat (per my girlfriend's request).
 
Posted by The Crazy Life That Is Alarick T on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 1:40 AM
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♫ = ♥ *Brooklyn Carter* ♫= ♥
Kharma Phillip

 
Another one of my favorites....


Merry New Year's to you and all your fam (yeah I said Merry!)


Peace,
Kay
 
Posted by ♫ = ♥ *Brooklyn Carter* ♫= ♥ on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 6:26 AM
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Nesto

 
Nottz is a beast.. this is by far one of the best tracks on the album and definitely gets the body moving.. if you having one of them days at the job put this track on in the car on the way home.. you'll be feeling better before you get to the house..

Happy New Year everyone!!!
 
Posted by Nesto on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 6:26 AM
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@TJArmour (Get it?)
TJ Armour

 
Yo I Love Pooh's flow on this one. I hate when the alky uncle ends up the bartender shortening nigs on their drinks and whatnot.

God Bless Ronnie and his fam.
 
Posted by @TJArmour (Get it?) on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 6:26 AM
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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ don't take life for granted Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ

 
my condolences to ronnie's family, may he rest in peace.....

what u know bout some zoolander? me and my sis used to watch this all the time freshman year.....especially when we needed a good laugh. man that brings back memories....

anywho, i was SO waiting on this song.....i have to say that it's my favorite on the album. i'm not much of a (sober) dancer, but erry time i hear this, i have to move it, move it (c) madagascar

have a blessed 08 everyone :)
 
Posted by Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ don't take life for granted Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 6:27 AM
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Kamau Williams
Kamau Williams

 
This has to be one of my favorite songs on the album. Yes I also like to hit the Elks and party with the grown folks. So I can relate to this song alot. I also would like to send my condolences. And thank him for making The Menstral Show a reality for us to hear.
 
Posted by Kamau Williams on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 7:04 AM
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MEEK!

 
Man, I know I've said this before...but I love y'all niggas. And Two-Step Blues had me like "Damn...these dudes done set it off for the blue-collar poppers"...love x INFINITY! Favorite lines:

"When I'm tryna party this is what I'm talkin bout/ you got old folks dancin, Maurice White sangin, Errybody drankin"
Nigga WHAT?!?! Shit, I'm finna hit the Elks lodge for New Year's.

"This work shit got my dreams on pause like a comma"
Nuff said.

I'm sorry for your loss & I'll pray for all of y'all.
 
Posted by MEEK! on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 7:05 AM
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Sawandi

 
condolences man....

been following the blogs religously....

Keep on
and thanx man
 
Posted by Sawandi on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 7:05 AM
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The Prime Minister of Creativity

 
That Zoolander pic is hilarious. This is easily my favorite song on the album. Content, vocals, and horn solo!??! You guys have a alot class, for real. Best believe I'm rocking this joint at my next family reunion.

-D
 
Posted by The Prime Minister of Creativity on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 7:05 AM
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Spirit Equality

 
this is one of my favorite songs on 'getback', by the way.

y'all ROCKED that jaunt.
 
Posted by Spirit Equality on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 7:06 AM
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Spirit Equality

 
sorry to hear about the loss of your man at Atlantic. the extra sad thing is, we need all the good dudes in the record business that we can get.

lol @ the zoolander reference. i need to buy that dvd. pure hysterics.
 
Posted by Spirit Equality on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 7:06 AM
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Kijofa aka Cochise Coltrane

 
One of my favorite tracks. I know the feeling of saying "fuck you" to a job on a Friday and just saying I'ma blow this money, maybe that'll make me feel better. Unfortunately for me, I quit on a Wednesday and I didn't have direct deposit so I had to go back to the muhfucka on Friday, but I did with my head high.

This track reminds me of some old school Michalob niggas in a L.T.D. Blastin' Bobby Blue Bland or some Womack. Grown shit...that grown shit.
 
Posted by Kijofa aka Cochise Coltrane on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 7:07 AM
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Can't, Won't, Don't Stop

 
HOJ.
 
Posted by Can't, Won't, Don't Stop on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 7:55 AM
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Warren

 
R.I.P. to ya man Ronnie Johnson.
 
Posted by Warren on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 8:47 AM
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Do You Really Wanna Win Or Just Look Good Losin

 
Thanx for the track and R.I.P. to your friend and Happy New Year to ya'll
 
Posted by Do You Really Wanna Win Or Just Look Good Losin on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 10:08 PM
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Mr. Dexter is @JosephDexter on Twitter!

 
Nottz got that fire... im glad you guys did more work with him. D brock def did a good job on the hook too.
 
Posted by Mr. Dexter is @JosephDexter on Twitter! on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 10:09 PM
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R.W.

 
P.E.A.C.E. LB. This song is BANGIN'! Straight Friday Night grooves right here!

"Thank God A nigga Got Direct Deposit!"

Ain't THAT the truth! :D



Rest in P.E.A.C.E. to Ronnie Johnson. Holla black.
 
Posted by R.W. on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 10:09 PM
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The Homey. R.I.P. Uncle Jay! (1952-2009)
Wynton Bannister

 
Brutha Phonte, sorry about your loss. My prayers go out to you and yours. As far as the hiatus, hey, things happen in this thing called life but you gotta keep pressin' on. "Two Step Blues" is truly a banger: the trumpet solo, the ol' skool singing sample, and D. Brock always comes proper. Like seriously, this is a cut that the older generation (my Dad included, lol) will appreciate.

Now if only I could get my hands on the first 3 exclusive mix tracks from this 12-Days of Getback extravaganza...can some1 help a deployed soldier out???
 
Posted by The Homey. R.I.P. Uncle Jay! (1952-2009) on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 10:09 PM
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Bas

 
That Zoolander pic had me dyin..picturing y'all in Nottz lab doing Ben Stiller impressions n shit.

Happy New Year LB and everyone else!
 
Posted by Bas on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 10:09 PM
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The Cloud Experience

 
RIP to Ronnie Johnson

This is one of my favorite feel-good club songs. I do my little two step to this whenever I hear it.
 
Posted by The Cloud Experience on Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - 10:10 PM
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Jamie L. Patterson of Subject 2 Change Customs
Jamie Patterson, M.S.

 
I listened to the song before I read the blog and when the trumpet part came in, I was like...so they doing it "George Benson/Will Downing <myspace>style</myspace>".

R.I.P Ronnie Johnson
 
Posted by Jamie L. Patterson of Subject 2 Change Customs on Wednesday, January 02, 2008 - 1:06 AM
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What's Best For Me
Emma R

 
I've gotta say that I really appreciate all the songs you all put out for their ability to fit into my everyday life and to be about stuff I can relate to in many moments...But by putting out a song like this, you have cracked into my "Going out Playlist" for prebarring/preclubbing/prepartying in general. Instead of being forced to listen to that typical party mix of T-pain and other comparable folks, I can go above and beyond and bump some LB while I'm getting ready with the girls. You all pulled it off and then some with this one. And it focuses on my main solution to life's problems--"dancing it out" (dancing out all that stress, frustration, anger, disappointment, whatever...nothing soothes like letting your body flow to some music). Props to you all for saving me from some crappy going out music lol

On a serious note, I'm sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with him...
 
Posted by What's Best For Me on Wednesday, January 02, 2008 - 1:25 AM
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K2K Productions

 
This is my joint. I don't take showers anymore, I go and get the day's funk off my back...hug ya pops for me on that one!

Happy New Year and sincere condolences for your loss.

KO of K2K Productions
 
Posted by K2K Productions on Wednesday, January 02, 2008 - 7:58 AM
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Timo Vala

 
This is the one joint that gets a nigga movin'...I don't care where I'm at or what I'm doin', this joint has a niggas attention. From the drums, to the hook, to the horn solo, the shit is hot...this is definitely one joint that I bump in the whip on the wat to a party or the club!
 
Posted by Timo Vala on Wednesday, January 02, 2008 - 4:51 PM
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KB
K Burke

 
Tay, this is the song I throw on when I want to introduce the "grown n sexy" clique to some LB bidness. Stan's solo is the gravy on the turkey and fries, manye. Thanks again for the tracks.
 
Posted by KB on Tuesday, January 08, 2008 - 1:57 AM
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