Essential RB Summer 2005: A UK Banger That Still Slaps
Yo, let’s get straight to it. Essential RB Summer 2005 isn’t just another compilation album—it’s a time capsule of pure vibes, straight outta the UK in ‘05. With tracks spanning Pop and Hip Hop, this Sony BMG release is packed with hits that still slap harder than your ex’s shade. Credits go where they’re due—Joel Anderson on photography and Small Japanese Soldier handling sleeve design—but honestly, the real stars here are the songs themselves.
Now, I ain’t about to sit here and break down every track because who’s got time for that? But lemme tell ya why two joints stuck with me like gum under a sneaker.
First up, "Ignition (Remix)" by R. Kelly. Bro, if you don’t know this one, did you even live through the 2000s? It’s smooth as hell but rides so dirty at the same time. That hook? Legendary. You can’t NOT sing along when it drops. “It’s the remix to ignition / Hot and fresh out the kitchen…” Come ON! This song was basically the soundtrack to every summer BBQ, late-night drive, or awkward slow dance back in the day. Even now, hearing it takes me right back to sticky pavements and dodgy kebab shops. Absolute fire.
Then there’s "Get Ur Freak On" by Missy Elliott. If this doesn’t make you move, check your pulse—you might be dead. The beat slaps harder than a piñata at a kid's party, and Missy’s flow? Iconic. She wasn’t just ahead of her time; she rewrote the damn rulebook. Every time this comes on, I’m throwing shapes like nobody’s watching. And those basslines? They hit you in the chest like a wrecking ball. Pure genius.
The rest of the album? Solid gold. Tracks like "Thong Song," "Rock Your Body," and "Bonita Applebum" keep the energy high while cuts like "Wishing On A Star" bring the feels. It’s an all-killer-no-filler kinda deal, perfect for blasting loud when you need to remind yourself what good music sounds like.
But here’s the thing—albums like this don’t drop anymore. These days, everything feels too polished, too safe. Back then, artists weren’t afraid to take risks, to mix genres, to create something raw and unforgettable. Listening to Essential RB Summer 2005 now feels like finding an old photo album—you remember how dope things used to be, but also realize how far we’ve come…or maybe how far we haven’t.
So yeah, give this album a spin. Let it transport you back to summers spent chasing kicks and dreams. Or just crank it up and let loose—it’s impossible not to vibe with these tunes. Honestly, though, if you don’t feel anything listening to this, maybe music just ain’t your thing. No cap.
Oh, and one last thing—why does no one talk about Small Japanese Soldier anymore? Dude crushed the sleeve art game. Someone needs to bring him back. Just saying.
