Ill Bill is considered a lyrical mastermind in the
underground world of hip-hop. With songs such as “My Uncle” that tell a
beautiful story while remaining lyrically stunning, he will always be
remembered as one of the true legends of hip-hop.
This song specifically was dedicated to Ill Bill’s uncle, as
is made apparent by the title, but he wrote it so that his uncle would realize
that his heroin addiction is something that couldn’t continue. Unfortunately,
the message didn’t get through to him, but stuck in the heads of thousands of
dedicated fans who share similar struggles with family, friends, or even
themselves. His uncle died a few years
ago but was an icon to all Ill Bill fans alike.
The music video is visually stunning as the animation
matches the lyrics perfectly. The song remains intelligent while exploring the
life and struggles of Ill Bill’s drug circle. The tone can be best described as
grimy but at the same time elegant. His voice is so rough, but behind such an
elegant beat it creates a perfect synergy for the listener.
Hip-hop tracks like this will always trump mainstream
radio-friendly artists simply because they impact the listener far greater and
influence them in a more positive way. Entire songs about guns, women, and
partying are virtually extinct in the underground realm and should remain that
way for the future of hip-hop. Ill Bill is one of the few artists left who can
consistently mesmerize the listener with his raw talent, and luckily for us he
isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.
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