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Between his acting career, his unsavory legal troubles, and the
simple fact that he seemingly has been around forever, it’s sometimes
easy to forget Busta Rhymes is still an active recording artist —
especially when you consider that beyond the awesomely Daft
Punk-jacking “Touch It,” dude hasn’t really made an unforgettable
record inside the 21st Century. That said, if early singles and leaks
are to be believed, Busta’s latest album, Back on My B.S., could
have what it takes for a comeback. “Don’t Touch Me (Throw da Water on
‘Em)” is a five-alarm banger with no shortage of top-shelf battle-rap
boasts. “Decision” resists a good-intentions overload despite cameos by
Common and John Legend. And “Arab Money” has a beat as hot as its
lyrical content is dubious. Busta has long been one of hip-hop’s most
energetic (and capable) live performers; given the gas he’s got in the
tank right now, expect fire this Sunday at Ink.
