110 Bandits by Moot Ditty: A Raw, Unfiltered Dive into Hardcore Rap
Alright, let’s talk about 110 Bandits by Moot Ditty. Released in 2002 on LGB Records, this album is a gritty time capsule of early 2000s US rap—a mix of Gangsta Rap, Hardcore Rap, and just straight-up street vibes. It's not trying to be pretty or polished; it's raw, uncut, and hits like a brick to the face. And honestly? That’s what makes it kinda unforgettable.
The tracklist reads like a manifesto for chaos: "Setup," "No Vacancy," "All Out," "Pimpin," and so on. But two tracks really stuck with me—probably because they’re either fire or hilariously over-the-top (or both). Let’s break ‘em down.
First up, “Can’t Break.” This joint slaps harder than your grandma’s screen door in July. The beat? Relentless. The flow? Razor-sharp. What I love most is how Moot Ditty doesn’t waste breath apologizing for who he is—he’s spitting bars like his life depends on it. There’s something hypnotic about the way the hook loops back around, almost daring you to skip it. Spoiler alert: You won’t. By the third listen, you’ll find yourself muttering “Can’t break, can’t break” under your breath at random moments. Don’t ask me why—it just sticks.
Then there’s “O’s Ain’t S&@!”, which might as well be subtitled “When Life Hands You Lemons, Turn Them Into Blunt Paper.” This one feels like a middle finger to anyone expecting deep philosophical musings. Instead, it’s all swagger, wit, and that grimy energy only Gangsta Rap can pull off. The wordplay here is sharp enough to cut glass, but the real kicker is its absurd confidence. Like, dude knows exactly how ridiculous he sounds bragging about rolling blunts—but he sells it so hard you can’t help but nod along. Respect.
What’s wild about 110 Bandits is how unapologetically itself it is. No fake bravado, no pandering to trends—it’s pure hardcore spirit from start to finish. Tracks like “Surprise” and “Git Money” keep the momentum going, while deeper cuts like “Sick Livin” remind you these guys aren’t just talking smack—they’ve lived it too.
So yeah, if you’re looking for an album that’s gonna make you feel classy sipping wine by candlelight, this ain’t it. But if you wanna crank some speakers till the neighbors complain, 110 Bandits has got your back. Honestly, listening to it feels like getting punched in the gut and high-fived at the same time—a weird combo, sure, but oddly satisfying.
Final thought? If Moot Ditty ever dropped a reunion tour, I’d totally go… as long as they promised not to play any covers of nursery rhymes. Dude looks like he could turn “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” into a diss track.
