new: Soulja Boy

We've made it somewhat of a mantra here at the Bobka not to diss artists and get caught up in the blog flaming wars, but when it comes to Soulja Boy, we can't help but make exceptions. If "Crank Dat" wasn't the worst thing you'd ever heard in your life (and it was pretty fucking close at the time), well the retarded teenage rapper is back to prove he can one up himself in the "Are you fucking kidding me?" department. Seriously, this is probably the worst song I've ever heard in my life. (Ed note: I'm 24 going on 25). Not only is the beat GarageBand formulated, but the rhymes are so painful I'm actually thinking about reviving my career as a backyard cypher freestylist and trying to sell myself to Interscope. Hey, Jimmy Iovine, please stop geting high on your own farts. If you weren't already 120% positive that the major-label recording industry was deader than George Washington, this YouTube clip will certainly prove it. God help our souls. Thanks to Idolator for the heads up (I guess).

Death to Ringtone Rap

"Undercover/Fuck ya Mother"

Last night Mort and I decided that we hate Soulja Boy. Yep, "Crank Dat Soulja Boy" has gotta be one of the worst rap songs ever. And while you may like to get down to the over-and-done with minimalist beat (perhaps you even know the dance), truth be told the guy just can't rhyme. Maybe it's because he's 17. The above is what a real rapper looks like at 17. Death to ringtone rap.

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"Get Up/Get Out"

CMJ starts today and we'll be at the Brooklyn Vegan showcase at the Bowery Ballroom tonight. Really looking forward to seeing The Rosebuds, Miracle Fortress and Bon Iver. For those without tickets, don't worry, late night with Annie Mac and DFA king bee James Murphy at the Hiro Ballroom for FREE!