Bars, Rhymes & Life

This week we check out Right On by The Roots. Abhi talks about portraying yourself consistently. Alan recalls a failure that worked out for the best.

This week we check out Fight the Power by Public Enemy. Abhi talks about the power of free speech. Alan talks about the power of protest.

This week we check out Prisoner 1 & 2 by Lupe Fiasco. Abhi breaks down one of his favourite choruses. Alan has a bone to pick with Billboard.

This week we check out Dead Presidents II by Jay-Z. Alan explains why this album is one of his desert island discs. Abhi thinks it's politics as usual in the UK. 

This week we check out When Tony Met Sosa by Benny The Butcher. Abhi stays true to himself. Alan looks for role models in mobster films. 

This week we check out Illuminate by Ab-Soul. Alan remembers a trip to Amsterdam. Abhi talks about surpassing your idols.

This week we check out Dedicated by Nas. Abhi talks about erasing vices. Alan shares 'three' rules to live by.

This week we check out Super Rich Kids by Frank Ocean. Alan solves inequality by mispronouncing things. Abhi remembers a smoke-filled car with no wheels.

This week we check out Boom by Royce Da 5'9". Alan explains why you can't replace an icon. Abhi reflects on how where you come from influences how you're percieved.

This week we check out Aquamarine by Dangermouse and Black Thought. Alan recalls the story of the scorpion and the frog. Black Thought makes Abhi reframe his outlook for 2023.