"The Recession"

The Atlanta Journal Constitution profiles Atlanta Rapper Young Jeezy, whose new CD "The Recession" was released yesterday. Below is Jeezy's take on the title of his new release:

• “The Recession.” “I don’t know how this president defines it, or how he says we’re not in it — then again, I’m quite sure he wouldn’t know. Anyway, I’m just meeting the people, the streets, where they are — in ‘The Recession’ — hard times. … A time where you could look at a young man doing something great, like just getting out of college, and still not be surprised that he ain’t looking so happy. Half of his family just lost their jobs. The other half is worried they’re about to lose their jobs.

Young Jeezy's CD is expected to top the Billboard charts next week. I'm glad he's using his voice to bring awareness to the plight of his people. Hip hop artists often are criticized for the content of their material, but I respect Young Jeezy's hustle, and he's doing it his way.