I Got My Own Lettuce

Mr. Muthafuckin eXquire and Danny Brown “Killah Tofu”

Danny Brown and Mr. Muthafuckin eXquire have a chemistry on record that reminds me a lot of Ghostface Killah and Raekwon: A flamboyant, high-pitched guy serving as a foil to a gruff, growly dude with a more subtle rhyme style. As with the Ghost/Rae combo, it’s easy to get caught up in the more cartoonish guy’s raw charisma, but I’m very partial to eXquire and his talent for projecting hostile apathy. “Killah Tofu” showcases both men, and leaves no room for anything else — it’s just two verses and no chorus, a quick shot of two hungry emcees who complement each other perfectly.

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