Bun B

Trill O.G. (Parental Advisory)

  • MOG Editorial Review

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    Although he's widely known as one half of the legendary southern duo UGK, Bun B is still finding his way as a solo artist in hip-hop. While Bun's first two albums were met with moderate interest, everything changed with the release of 2010's Trill OG. There was plenty to be excited about from the get-go, as "Let 'Em Know" paired Bun with the elite DJ Premier, showcasing two of rap's grizzled vets at their finest. Elsewhere, "Right Now" featured guest verses from the late 2pac as well as Bun's longtime partner in rhyme, Pimp C. Bun also incorporated new blood, featuring Drake on two tracks that may have been the best on the album. It's a feature-packed ride that literally has something for every hip hop fan and defines what it means to be a "complete album." When you consider the fact that Bun B's solo albums have gotten better with each subsequent release, the Houston vet proves that you can teach an old dog new tricks.
  • AMG Review of Trill O.G.

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    David Jeffries
    All Music Guide

    Back with the 808 boom, the stone-cold rhymes, and that sturdy, warrior soul, Bun B is officially crowned consistent with his third solo effort, the satisfying Trill O.G. Anyone familiar with his first two efforts will find the same mix of radio-friendly singles (check the radiant T-Pain feature “Trillionaire” or the ultra-smooth Drake team-up “Put It Down”), and the kind of Houston-styled street music made popular by the rapper’s original crew, UGK (check the opening “Chuuch!” for that classic church organ swang). As far as surprises, there are few, but DJ Premier’s scratching and production on “Let ‘Em Know” gives Bun a new, funky flavor to bounce off and when “Right Now” utilizes a verse each from the late Pimp C and 2Pac, the results aren’t tacky, but are instead shockingly good. Speaking of the Pimp, Bun’s old partner still haunts the man and gets much love on the opening and closing cuts here, but there’s a new union struck with rapper Drake as the Drizzy one gets two guest shots and a shout-out from J. Prince on a third cut. While it borders on distracting for the listener, boss Bun isn’t fazed in the least, and rightfully drops “When it comes to trill, I’m the litmus test,” just so everyone is on the same page.

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