it real, never fronting, keeping it true,” Rahiem went on to say. “That verse right there, that’s most definitely not LL’s style or lane, in my humble opinion…In my day, that was never LL. He was always a cool dude. To me, that’s more suited for someone like Rick Ross.”
Every Hip-Hop legend wasn’t digging the track though. Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Five member Rahiem criticized the song in a Facebook post.
I’m not feeling the new LL Cool J song with Fat Joe & Rick Ross,” he wrote. “To me it’s mediocre at best…I do like the track though. This topic isn’t something LL is known for and in my humble opinion, it sounds like he’s trying too hard to be accepted by the streets and that’s definitely not his lane!”
LL COOL J has always been known for his smooth, suave style and iconic hits like “Mama Said Knock You Out” and “I Need Love.” However, with “Saturday Night Special,” it seems he is experimenting with a different sound and subject matter. Some fans may welcome this change and see it as a sign of growth and evolution, while others, like Rahiem, may prefer the classic LL Cool J style that they have come to know and love.
It’s not uncommon for artists to receive mixed reactions to their music, especially when they are trying something new or different. LL COOL J has certainly left his mark on the hip-hop industry, and his new single is just another step in his journey as an artist.
Ultimately, whether fans love or dislike “Saturday Night Special,” it’s clear that LL COOL J is still making music and pushing boundaries in the rap game. And with the support of legends like DJ Premier and the honest feedback from figures like Rahiem, he can continue to grow and evolve as an artist. As long as he stays true to himself and his music, LL COOL J will always have a place in the hearts of hip-hop fans everywhere.
