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Chamillionaire recently released one of the most highly anticipated mixtapes of 2008. Mixtape Messiah 4 was scheduled to be released on December 18, 2007 but was pushed back and finally released on August 27, 2008. It contains a 2 disc set of remixed tracks and also many parodies, skits and freestyles.

On top of that, the mixtape contains a total of 37 tracks. It also features a variety of special guest appearances such as Slim Thug, Trae, Bun B, Paul Wall, Famous, and Akon.

But while Chamillionaire was working on Mixtape Messiah 4, he was also working on Mixtape Messiah 5. Mixtape Messiah 5 is scheduled to be released in mid November of 2008.

I was only able to review one disc set but I will try to review the 2nd disc set as soon as possible.

Track 1. The Horror Film (Intro)

The Horror Film is the intro of Mixtape Messiah 4. It contains a creepy piano sample to build up the mixtape. Chamillionaire spits a freestyle giving you a lil' preview of the mixtape is going to be about.

Track 2. Go Hard

Go Hard is possibly the only banger Chamillionaire managed to create in Mixtape Messiah 4. Chamillionaire borrows one of the hardest instrumental from the Hip Hop Group known as "Clipse". This song is perfect to put it in your car and just cruise around the city.

Track 3. Fire Drill

Fire Drill is a one minute freestyle and Chamillionaire uses the same instrumental he used for "Roll Call Reloaded". I'm guessing its a previous series of Roll Call Reloaded.

Track 4. Roll Call Reloaded

Roll Call Reloaded is one of the best songs that was featured in Mixtape Messiah 4. Chamillionaire showcases his talent by imitating the style and voices of various Hip Hop Artist such as Young Jeezy, Jim Jones, Lil Wayne,Plies, E 40, B.G, Rick Ross, Rich Boy, Snoop Dogg, Bun B, The Game, Jay-Z, and The-Dream. I was shocked when I first heard that Chamillionaire did all the voice. He did all the rappers voice and style extremely perfect.

Track 5. The Real Thang

In this song, Chamillionaire speaks about the realities of his career in the music industry. He speaks about how he was feeling exhausted when he first entered the Def Jam Audition.

Track 6. All Around The World

I was pretty impress that Chamillionaire remixed this track. He speaks about the same topic as the original track. The second verse was hilarious, he starts singing but then he switches back to rapping. This is definitely a great track and could have a great possibility of hitting local radio stations.

Track 7. Do It For H Town

Do It For The H Town, is a tribute to Chamillionaire's hometown, Houston and part tribute to the late Houston rapper, Pimp C. The song is great as well and he also speaks about some Hip Hop issues.

Track 9. Internet Nerds Revenge

In Internet Nerds Revenge, Chamillionaire pretends to be a "Internet Gangster" and starts dissing "Chamillionaire". The funny part is that at first I thought he was dissing The Game because he states in his lyrics: "He's probably name dropping artists cause he knows his album bout to drop".

The Game's album L.A.X was recently released on August 22, 2008. Then Chamillionaire says: "He didn't even diss 50 back when 50 Cent called out his name". But I was wrong, the song is actually a diss to the haters which can be noticeable in the ending of the track.

Track 10. Fire

Fire is a great song which Chamillionaire features a underground rapper known as "Famous". The track only contained 2 verses but both artist did great.

Track 11. Hero

This is my favorite track off of Mixtape Messiah 4. This is one hell of a freestyle done by King Koopa. The track will get some major attention after he calls out nearly every rapper alive but states in the song: “I’m shouting out all these artists to make me step up my game.” Something a rapper wouldnt normally do. He also states that he's one of the best rapper alive. He delivers great punchlines as well making the track hotter.

Track 12. My Dream

Chamillionaire features Akon on the track. It a cool relaxing track but on top of that Chamillionaire speaks about his dream. Akon makes a great hook, that flows great for the song.

Track 14. Gotta Be Playa

Chamillionaire features Famous once again. The song was alright not his best but he did flow good in the song. Famous did a good job as well.

Track 15. Not Your Baby

This is not really a track but its somewhat like a skit. It hilarious, its a previous series of the upcoming track in the mixtape (Answer Machine 3). The girl calls him asking him why he hasnt called her and he states that he has been busy lately. He gives her a number so that she can call him back but he says he will call her back but the girl ends up being deceived.

Track 16. Answer Machine 3

This is a remix to LL Cool J's single, "My Baby" but in this song Chamillionaire is bothered by a girl in which she keeps calling him but he keeps ignoring her calls and the girl is stuck blowing up his voicemail on his phone. Chamillionaire switches the lyrics in the chorus, for instance, when LL Cool J says "Your My Baby" Chamillionaire says "Your Not My Baby" incessantly through out the chorus.

Track 17. The Greatest

This is my 2nd favorite track off the Mixtape. Chamillionaire rips the "Kick, Push" instrumental which was highly known from Lupe Fiasco. His flow is perfect and fits perfectly with the beat.

Track 19. On The Grind Homie

Another smooth relaxing song produced by DJ Montay. Chamillionaire remixes Foolish by Shawty Lo. Chamillionaire murders the instrumental in which what Shawty Lo failed to do. King Koopa switches his flow, he starts rapping at a fast pace and then decreases the speed of his flow.

Track 20. My Life

This is one of my favorite tracks off of Mixtape Messiah 4. Chamillionaire features Trae and Slim Thug all from Houston, Texas. Chamillionaire rips the beat as usual and both Trae and Slim Thug did great. I personally think that this remix was better than the original track.

Track 21. Middle Finger Up

This song is a slow paced song and it can somewhat get you down. But not exactly as well, Chamillionaire speaks to the haters and puts his middle finger up in a sense that he doesnt care what haters have to say.

Overview:

Overall, the mixtape is a great example of Chamillionaire's lyrical abilities. He shows a great example of how good flow, lyricism, delivery and punchlines should be demonstrated. Chamillionaire did a great job on picking the instrumental for each of the songs as well.

Chamillionaire is definitely making a name for himself and if Mixtape Messiah is a preview of what he has in store, then he definitely has an opportunity to become one of the best rappers alive.

Chamillioniare simply murders the mixtape and all the tracks were incredible. I'm 100% sure that all his fans won't be disappointed. The mixtape is definitely the best of 08 and its more than worth your money.

Ratings:

★★★★☆

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