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Video of the Week: FUCK YO MEAN MUG!!!!!

I realize this little thing isn't weekly at all but its still funny to me to call it "of the week." Anyways check out Soulja's new video for his club banger "Mean Mug." Wiz's DJ played this shit before Wiz went on at his show at The National and it just goes too hard in a club setting like that, so turn your shit all the way up and check this one out. I actually like 50 on it too. Soulja's new album The DeAndre Way out Nov. 30 show him some love. Download link below.

Download Link: Mean Mug (feat. 50 Cent)

Michael Vick and the American Prison System

Michael Vick. Candidate for the 2011 NFL Most Valuable Player award. Comeback story of the decade. Whatever you wanna call him, there's no doubt that the man is playing out of his mind. On Monday Night Football, he led the Eagles to a 59-28 routing of Donovan McNabb's Redskins, amassing 413 yards and accounting for 6 of his team's touchdowns. Despite not starting at the beginning of the season, and despite enduring a rib injury that kept him out of three games, Vick has managed to pass for 1,350 yards and has the best passer rating in the NFL. But he was always a great quarterback. What's different now?

In 2001, the Atlanta Falcons used their first overall pick in the draft to sign Michael Vick, a Virginia Tech Hokie. Not only were Vick's skills causing a buzz, but he was also the first black quarterback to ever be drafted at number one. (Quick side-note: He was also drafted in the 30th round of the 2000 MLB Draft by the Colorado Rockies...he didn't play baseball at Tech). And immediately, he earned his recognition. He led the Falcons to an NFC Championship game, ended the Packers' playoff streak at Lambeau Field, and just overall kicked a lot of ass. But he was also the quarterback; he never was the leader. He never earned that captain's honor he was given. Talented, no doubt, but immaturity began to eclipse his talent.* Flicking off fans, giving girls genital herpes under the alias "Ron Mexico," having a friend sell weed out of your truck...the list goes on. But everything came to a head in July of 2007. Exit quarterback. Enter Convict.

Almost two years later, enter ex-convict. Almost two years later, he gets out of jail. Almost two years later, he's given another chance. Two years later, he's a possible MVP.
Where was this Michael Vick when I needed him? What changed Michael so much? In Atlanta, his disrespect and selfishness got him deemed a "coach-killer" by Jim Mora, Sr. Fast-forward to November 2010 and he's encouraging linemen and reprimanding return men for fumbling. This is a strong charge here, but I have to say it: Michael Vick is a better man than when he went to prison, and it is because of prison that he is a better man.
The American prison system is definitely not known for making sure its former residents stay out of prison. (Oh look! Statistics!) We focus more on punishment than rehabilitation. Everyday ex-cons can hardly find jobs, can't vote, or own even own slaves. (jk) But maybe, and just maybe, Mike's story is the happy one: the one of a man realizing his mistakes in prison and re-assessing his entire downfall. Perhaps it took Mike 18 months of shitty food and constant butthole guarding to realize how badly he tossed away the opportunity of a lifetime. Not only did he work his ass off to stay in shape for the NFL, he emerged from the gates a better man. A better leader. A better quarterback. A better person.

Then again, he did fight dogs. How can we forgive him when we stories like this? Well, some people won't. To some, he's just another ghetto hooligan who got what was coming to him. Can't outrun your past, boy. That's what you get for being a product of your surroundings. But I'm not in that group. I lost faith in Michael Vick in 2007. But I have since gained the faith back. The number 7 I laud now not only throws hard and runs fast, but also behaves on the field like a gentlemen. Dr. Chamberlayne would be proud, I believe. Maybe prison is to blame for his renewed personality. If that's the case, let's send Randy Moss and T.O. to Leavenworth. But I doubt that their stories will be as positive. That's a testament to Vick's character.

As a Falcons fan, I say "Go Eagles!" I root for Vick all the way. Second chances are hard to come by. Let's hope he makes the most of it. I'll see you in the NFC Championship.

*It's been a long time, so if you don't remember, lemme throw some of that talent your way:

-First quarterback/running back combo (with Warrick Dunn) to run for 1,000 yards each.

-Has highest yards-per-carry average in NFL history

-NFL Postseason Record for Quarterback rushing yards with 115

-Only quarterback in history to rush for over 1,000 yards

I could do this all day...

WEEZY IS BACK: New Song - Fire Flame (Remix)

I apologize for not posting about Lil Wayne's release from jail earlier (thank you Luke Canavan), but up until now there's not been much to talk about besides the fact that he is out of jail. Regardless, Weezy has blessed the internet with his first vereses since his release from prison.

Its early to be making any calls about change in style, but the lyrics here are noticeably more introspective and thoughtful than those of the I am not a Human Being-era Weezy. At the same time though he is still packing hard punchlines delivered with the same raw power that has always made Wayne special. Download the song below, give it a listen, see what you think, and enjoy your first taste of post-prison Lil Wayne. I can't wait to hear more.

Download Link: Fire Flame (Remix)

Bonus Videos:

Lil Wayne thanks his fans for their continued support during his imprisonment in the first video.

The second was taken a few days after Lil Wayne got out of jail. He surprised Drake and his audience by making an unannounced appearance at Drake's show in Las Vegas that was also Wayne's first public appearance since his release from jail. WELCOME BACK WEEZY!!

(Skip to 2:20 to see Weezy come out and surprise the shit out of Drake's goofy ass.)

Head of the State

I recently ran across this video. Set to the tune of "Hard in Da Paint," it offers an alternative view of Barack Obama's presidency. Quite possibly offensive, but also quite possible the funniest thing I've seen in a while. Please watch the whole thing. I think the funniest thing is the ad-libbing throughout. This dude has his Obama impression down. Check it out.

Pharrell May Be the Craziest/Most Creative Person Ever

Also, Check out N.E.R.D.'s 4th studio album "Nothing" which dropped yesterday.