While other NYC rappers call for a return to the regional sound that first popularized the art form, Atlantic Records expatriate Fat Joe enlists Lil' Wayne for an unabashed tribute to the southern style that currently rules the rap scene. Joe and Wayne rain on all those purists in this slick video with forklifts full of cash and alluring women not dressed for the bad weather. As for all the potential haters: If Fat Joe could get us to "Lean Back" on his last hit, then is it really that much of a stretch to quote the "Shoulder Lean?" -- watch "Make It Rain" in Quicktime, Real or Windows Media
This is the first review from new contributing writer Craig Belcher, curator of the blog Rap, Lies & Videotape.
Fat Joe feat. Lil' Wayne "Make It Rain" (Terror Squad/Imperial)
Mr. Roboto & Vinrok, directors | Nicole Acacio, producer
Robot Films, production co | Robin Frank Management, rep
Bliss Bussant, DP | T. David, editor
