Rakim on why no Primo on album and why all MC features are from NY

http://www.hardknock.tv Rakim talks to Nick Huff for Hard Knock TV interview about why there is no DJ Premier, Clark Kent or Pete Rock production on new album The Seventh Seal. Rakim also explains why he chose to collaborate only with NY Emcees for the new album and why he picked Maino as one of them.

Check out part three of the comprehensive interview next week!

If you missed Part 1, Rakim talks about his current relationship with Dr. Dre, why things didn't work out for him and Dre at Aftermath, why the album "Oh. My God" never came out. You can watch it exclusively at www.hardknock.tv

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[bosman1988]

production on new album was bullshit, but the god was still in true form! link back up with premo, homie!!!

[stickem721]

No disrespect at all to DRE, but y'all thinking too hard. DRE - Make hot, dark tracks & step aside & let RA do his thing on 'em. It sounds like DRE wanted creative control over the Rakim project with the lyrics & songs... again, DRE... make tracks & step the F aside.. PLEASE. RA GOT THIS!!!!!

[TEACHYOUTEEWHY]

DJ PREMIER + RAKIM = HIP HOP BEING RESURRECTED!!

[CanvassBlack]

I don't even acknowledge any Music Ra makes these days. It's equivalent to going out on top. Times have changed. That's like Magic Johnson suiting up and trying to ball today. Even though Magic would still get his and possess court vision like no other, he would only damage his legacy. I understand Ra might just enjoy spitting so I understand why'd he do it.

[manlife4]

I like the Album...is Rakim  gonna drop some new stuff?

[pikaparka1]

colypso aint a bboy..dont know shit..hip hop os ours..nyc..if you cant rock nyc with your regional sound..you suck..luda ..soulja boy...andre3000..and others rock nyc hard..if you aint hot in nyc you aint hot..

[urdynamix1]

Rakim Is So ill With His Skills, He Don't Need To Be Hooking Up With These Young Whack Producers These Days, His Formula Is Timeless and Still Works, Next Time God, Stick To Dj Premier, Pete Rock, Talib, The Roots, Clark Kent, 9th Wonder Just To Name a Few, You Don't Have To Reinvent Yourself, Cuz Even Dr. Dre (No Disrespect) Couldn't Fuck With "The Lord MC" Rakim. Holla.

[Universell777]

Ra, Keep doing your thing God! I wish these fake ass MC's could drop Science like You, Talib, KRS, Chuck D, Common, and a few others...would love to hear you flow over a joint by Timberland or Swiss Beats...No disrespect to Clark Kent, Premier, Pete Rock, Eric B. or anyone else who has collabed with you. Understanding-Equality-Cipher* Keep Building God,

Peace

[TripleJawBreaker]

"This's microphone fien" Like he will never forget!