Last week I watched Poetic Justice for the first time in a while and figured it would be something appropriate to highlight for Throwback Thursday. The story follows Lucky (Tupac Shakur) and Justice (Janet Jackson) on a road trip from LA to Oakland with two other friends in a mail truck. The movie isn't overly complicated, but it strikes a meaningful chord nonetheless.
It's relevant to 38th Notes, not just because part of the movie was shot in The Town, but more so because Pac is such an influential factor in hip-hop culture and Oakland lore.
In the flick it is apparent how much natural charisma Pac exudes. It's too easy for many to view him through a postive/conscious lens or a violent/gangsta lens, but neither do him justice. In reality Pac brings much more nuance and brilliance to the table. Though he was acting in Poetic Justice, there are certain intangibles that shine through from his real personality, much in the same way Denzel or Will Smith bring parts of their authentic selves to each role.
What shines through is lovable, intelligent and, at the same time, sad. That sadness of course stems from his early departure from a place that needed him so much. I would have loved to see the change he could have brought forth and the talent he would have cultivated if he had been able to stay with us a bit longer. Just as a frame of reference, Pac passed at the age of 25. Jay-Z didn't put out his first album till he was 26. So just marinate with the impact he could have had on the game and the world. It's truly crazy
Check out a couple dope interviews he did regarding Poetic Justice, celebrate his life and enjoi Throwback Thursday. Hello!
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Tupac Shakur was one of the most influential rappers the industry has ever known. I would even go so far as to say that he brought a passion and intelligence to the game, unknown beforehand.
There are no concrete words to describe his persona - he is many things to many different people. But I felt Pac's passion and his words and actions. It was as if he spoke for those without voice.
I wholeheartedly agree @ Just as a frame of reference, Pac passed at the age of 25. Jay-Z didn't put out his first album till he was 26. So just marinate with the impact he could have had on the game and the world. It's truly crazy
In the end, look how they played him.
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