Random iPod Track of the Week - Geto Boys "Mind Playing Tricks On Me"

"Mind Playing Tricks On Me" by the Geto Boys has to be one of the most unlikely rap crossover hits of all time.  It was number one on the Hot Rap Singles charts and was certified Gold.  When it was first released back in 1991, rap was still fairly underground and most commercial hits were very poppy, uptempo or non-threatening (aka MC Hammer, Vanilla Ice, etc.).  This song was a lot more serious in content and spoke about paranoia and depression from a stressful life in the hood.  Not many songs ever had this vibe since rap is usually bragging about what you've got and not showing any mental or physical weakness. 

Scarface, Bushwick Bill and Willie D all have their own very unique styles but they do a great job of painting a picture and taking you into the "mind of a mad man".  The video goes perfectly with the lyrics and helps you follow the story clearly.  This is by far one of my favorite old school tracks of the 90's and still holds up to this day.  Classic!

I found this related video by accident and I'm so glad I did.  It's freakin' hysterical!  Watch the real video first and then check out this parody using Sesame Street characters.  I almost lost my ish when I saw Bert is creeping through the bushes after Scarface says "Its somebody watchin the ak; But I dont know who it is, so Im watchin my back".  How do people come up with some of this shit?  So good!