Admin Hero1 Posted May 9, 2007 Admin Report Share Posted May 9, 2007 North Philly rap phenomenon Peedi Crakk, aka Peedi Peedi, is the prince of the city, and the MC most likely to attain the kind of commercial success not seen in Philly since Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince’s prime. Peedi, born Pedro Zayas, has had all eyes on him for a few years, and he’s hungry to prove himself to a wider audience. “The fans have been waiting for a long time. I’ve been waiting, everyone’s been waiting for the album, for the full blast,” says Peedi, 28. “By June, if the label [Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam] doesn’t drop the album, then we’re just gonna start mashin’ out Rambo renegade style. We’re gonna start leaking joints and go hard and shoot videos. I’m a signed artist, but we’re gonna start going independent.” Not one to be complacent during the wait, Peedi is currently running the airwaves with a remake of Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince’s classic “Brand New Funk.” “That was a joint I always wanted to do,” he says. “Jeff called me and I did it at his crib. That put the stamp on it. I had to really mash it and bring my A game. I knew Jeff wasn’t gonna rock with that unless I really did my thing.” Peedi’s “thing” is being a talent strong enough to bridge the old-school/new-school gap. He’s popular with both kids and grown folks, backpackers and gat packers. Although he realizes success is neither promised nor guaranteed, Peedi shrugs off the pressure. “Two years ago I probably would’ve felt it. Now I’m more prepped to do this ****. I got this **** on smash. I know how to get busy; all I gotta do is rock out. I have no problem being me. There can only be pressure when you aren’t being yourself.” http://www.philadelphiaweekly.com/view.php?id=14581 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luigie Posted May 9, 2007 Report Share Posted May 9, 2007 the article looks positive towards Peedi, but we al know what he can and can't do on the mic :sipread: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpinJack AJ Posted May 9, 2007 Report Share Posted May 9, 2007 Yeah, sounds like a much more humble and laid back person compared 2 the rhymes i've heard. I don't have a real problem him...but from what i heard, his rhyme-writing ability, lyrics, and voice just aren't that impressive. I don't like how he's an "official" member of The Roots or that he got 2 touch the "Brand New Funk" instrumental. Compared 2 fools like Young Buck and Mims, i guess attention on Peedi is alright...but only by comparison. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevTastic Posted May 9, 2007 Report Share Posted May 9, 2007 he has a nice original style he just needs to utilize that more and make it worthwhile. He could be big he works hard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash trey Posted May 9, 2007 Report Share Posted May 9, 2007 Give him the right beats, some good concepts, refine his content and I think he can a pretty good album...he is ok but there definitely room for growth. I don't really want him in the roots tho'...because Black Thought has matured so much as a lyricist and Peedi has younger vibe to his work, i don't really see it working. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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