Mystikal - Let's Get Ready

Even the most high-minded hip-hop connoisseur will have a hard time fronting on the booty-bounce directive, "Shake Ya Ass," surely one of 2000's most memorable songs. The lead single off Mystikal's fourth album encapsulates his whole approach: guttural, grunted directives and sexist boasts over some seriously funky production (courtesy Outkast, the Neptunes, and the Medicine Men). Check the tropical backdrop and Nivea-blessed chorus of "Danger" and the wah-wah guitar/808 combo of "Big Truck Boys" for the funk; check nearly every song for that vulgar braggin' and boastin'. The raw bass and slinky rhythm of "Smoked Out" is a nice Southern take on G-funk, and it's a welcome reprieve from the thick "come hither" machismo which dominates much of the other songs. When he's not stroking his ego, though, Mystikal does a good job getting serious too. Uncovering the bad side of the bling, tracks such as "Ain't Gonna See Tomorrow" and "Murderer III" impressively display a more socially aware and mature Mystikal. --Hua Hsu Amazon.com

Rock Solid.

Mystikal developed a totally new style and attitude with this release. Having strayed away from the tank was the beginning of the end however but there were no signs of that on this LP. Great production and great flow make this album a southern must-have.

Notable Tracks:

Danger
Shake Ya Ass
Mystikal Fever
Ain't Gonna See Tomorrow
Neck Uv Da Woods January 6, 2006

Lacking (2.5/5)

Life after No Limit wasn't very kind to Mystikal, and even with the Neptunes production this album isn't great. The singles, "Shake Ya A*s" and "Danger" are fun, good rap songs, but as a whole the album isn't awesome. He doesn't have as much to say, and he spends most of his time bragging about nothing or yelling at nobody in particular. This was entertaining for a few albums, but without the No Limit squad, Mystikal has proven pretty one dimensional. A lot of the songs are similar, and only a few guest appearances lighten up the album. Da Brat and Petey Pablo lend an OK rhyme on "Come and see about me" and the best track is obviously "Neck Uv Da Woodz", where OutKast pretty much does the entire song. Without C-Murder and Master P and the rest of no limit, Mystikal is lonely, even though this was his most commercial success. People wanting to own some Mystikal ought to buy "Mind of Mystikal" or one of his No Limit releases. July 24, 2005

Its alright

Nothing special, but its OK. Not as good as his previous efforts. The radio hits are OK, [Shake Ya Ass & Danger], but they is only really one song that is "outstanding", being Neck Uv Da Woods (w/ Outkast). There are many songs that are still tight, such as I Rock, I Roll, U Would If U Could, Mystikal Fever, and Ready To Rumble, but not "outstanding". This is not a bad album at all, in fact it duznt have many "bad" tracks, but Mystikal just hasn't put enough into it. Better than latter releases though. A good listen, so still pick this cd up even if you are just a rap fan, but don't expect too much from it. December 9, 2004

I have 2 words for this CD

And that's broken record! The last CD Mystikal did before dis (Ghetto Fabulous)was off tha chains! This one ain't! For instance, the first track is pretty much like the 7th one except it's like a clean remix. He doesn't yell as much which he's known for. If it was produced from no limit then maybe it would rise a lil higher to impressive. Now he has his greatest hits oot while serving time. September 28, 2004

THIS ALBUM IS THA SHIZNIT

This album is awesome i've had this album for like over a year n a half now and i still listen to it like every day this alum would definitely be in the top 30 out of all my albums. the best songs are "shake ya a**", "ready to rumble", "jump", "danger", "i rock, i roll" & my fave "mystikal fever". September 12, 2004

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