Two Stubborn Nigerians
By The Two Stubborn Nigerians
Two Stubborn NigeriansMay 28, 2023
2023 Two Stubborn Nigerian Awards
Our Yearly Awards Show where we give out awards to our favourite; artists, albums & songs throughout the year 2023.
Outro Song: Sexyy Redd - Skee Yee
Quaranta
This week the Two Stubborn Nigerians give their first reaction to Quaranta by Danny Brown. And discuss some of big recent releases within the world of Hip-Hop.
Outro Song: SZA - Kill Bill
Rahim's Recommendation: Roy Woods - Mixed Emotions (Album)
Paul's Recommendation: Mr. Eazi - The Evil Genius (Album)
Larger Than Life
This week we provide our First Reaction to Larger Than Life by Brent Faiyaz & we also discuss our favourtie Michael Jackson songs
Outro Song: Mase - Feels So Good
And Then You Pray For Me
This week we review the new, & final, studio album by Westside Gunn "And Then You Pray For Me"
Outro Song: Westside Gunn - KITCHEN LIGHTS (Ft. Stove God Cooks)
Rahim's Recommendation: Peezy - GHETTO
Paul's Recommendation: Jon Batiste - World Music Radio
For All the Dogs
This week, we provide our "Premature Evaluation" for Drake's "For All the Dogs" & review "Scarlet" by Doja Cat.
Outro Song: Doja Cat - Say So
Rahim's Recommendation: D2X - Hotel 1105
Paul's Recommendation: Musiq Soulchild & Hit-Boy - Victims & Villains
We Back
After a little summer break we're back!
This week we review some of the big albums we missed from Travis Scott, Noname & Burna Boy.
Outro Song: Tion Wayne - Home
Rahim's Recommendation: Stormzy - The Weekend (Ft. RAYE)
Paul's Recommendation: King Kay - Last Days of Summer (EP)
Redshirt: A Conversation with Cam Thomas
Following the Release of his New Album "Redshirt" Cam Thomas sits down with us to discuss the Album, his journey and so much more.
You can find the album "Redshirt" Out Now on All Platforms.
Beautiful & Brutal Yard
For this week's album review we check out the new album by J Hus. And we look back at our first ever live show at Manchester International Festival.
Outro Song: J Hus - Common Sense
Rahim's Recommendation: Kiana Lede - Grudges (Album)
Paul's Recommendation: Raheem DeVaughn - The Summer of Love (Album)
Top 15: MIF Performance Preview
For this special bonus episode, we preview our upcoming performance at Manchester International Festival by Shortlisting 15 rappers to our top rappers all-time list before we cut it down to a final 10 live on stage.
2SN x Cam Thomas (Part 1)
This week, we have a conversation with Friend of the Podcast Cam Thomas, he sits down with us to discuss the 10-year anniversaries of "Yeezus" by Kanye West & Born Sinner by J. Cole.
Stay tuned for a deeper conversation with Cam Thomas, ahead of his upcoming debut album "Redshirt"
The Fix
This week, we take it back to 2002 to review "The Fix" by legendary rapper Scarface. As well as reviewing our highlights of the year so far.
Outro Song: Westside Gunn - Mr. T
Rahim's Recommendation: Kirby - Sis. He Ain't The One
Paul's Recommendation: Boldy James - Prisoner of Circumstance
Thought It'd Be Different
On this week's episode we provide our initial reaction's to "I Thought It'd be Different" the new album from Rory. As well as listing our favourite Pharrell song.
Outro Song: Rory - I WANT YOU, BUT YOU'LL NEVER KNOW (Ft. DRAM & Alex Isley)
Rahim's Recommendation: Ireland Boss - V6 (Ft. Malie Donn) (Single)
Paul's Recommendation: Loose Ends - So Where Are You (Album)
KAYTRAMINÉ
THis week, we give our first reaction to KAYTRAMINÉ the new collaboration album from KAYTRANADA & Amine. We also discuss our favourite COLORS Performances and share so really BIG news for the podcast.
Outro Song: JAY-Z - Imaginary Players
Rahim's Recommendation: Rory - My Phone Can Die (Ft. Ari Lennox & James Fauntleroy)
Paul's Recommendation: Adi Oasis - Lotus Glow
Crop Circle 2
This week we'll be reviewing "Crop Circle 2" by Nines. And ranking our favourite albums of 2013 and reviewing 5 Only Entertainment's "The Real is Back Show".
Outro Song: Cam Thomas - Heisman
Rahim's Recommendation: Q - Soul,PRESENT (Album)
Paul's Recommendations:
No Idols
For this week's album review we check out "No Idols" by Domo Genesis & The Alchemist, which has just made it's way to streaming platforms. Alongside that, we discuss some of the best one hit wonders and diamond singles.
Outro Song: Joey Bada$$ - Third Eye Sh*t
Rahim's Recommendation: Lola Brooke - Just Relax (Song)
Paul's Recommendation: Madison Calley - Ethereal (EP)
Timeless
For this week's album review, we check out "Timeless" the new album by Davido. As well as, assessing Billboards top 50 rappers all-time list.
Outro Song: John Legend - Heaven
Rahim's Recommendation: Earth, Wind & Fire - Fantasy (Song)
Paul's Recommendation: Luh Tyler - My Vision: Reloaded (Album)
3 Feet High & Rising
Notorious Dump Legends Vol.2 First Reaction
Catch our First Reaction to the new collaboration album by Mach-Hommy & Tha God Fahim: Notorious Dump Legends Vol.2
Ice Cold
No Album of the Week. Instead we argue over who has the best 2000s trilogy, Alicia Keys, Beyonce or Usher and we play a round of this or that.
Love Sick First Reaction
For this special bonus episode, we provide our first reactions to the new Don Toliver album "Love Sick"
This is Why
On this week's episode we're reviewing the new album from Paramore "This is Why". We also play a game of 21 questions and discuss Drake's "early retirement".
Outro Song: Babyface Ray - Ron Artest (Ft. 42 Dugg)
Rahim's Recommendation: MoStack - The Weekend (Song)
Paul's Recommendation: Babyface Ray (Artist)
Dual Recommendation: Bairi - 2 Hold U Over (EP)
Reaction to Rihanna's Half-Time Show
Welcome to this Bonus Edition of the Two Stubborn Nigerians, where we are providing our reaction to Rihanna's phenomenal SuperBowl half-time show.
Mind of a Saint
This week we review the latest album from Skyzoo "The Mind of a Saint". We also review the winners from the 2023 Grammy Awards & share some recommendations for your Valentine's Day Playlist.
Outro Song: Jeezy - MJ Jeezy
Rahim's Recommendation: ScHoolboy Q - Oxymoron (album)
Paul's Recommendation: Skyzoo - All the Brilliant Things (album)
Get Rich or Die Tryin'
This week we celebrate 20 Years of 50 Cent's Debut album, "Get Rich or Die Tryin'" by bringing it to the Two Stubborn Nigerians Scale. While also assessing the worst songs by our favourite artist & Discussing the upcoming RENAISSANCE Tour.
Outro Song: 50 Cent - Heat
Rahim's Recommendation: JANE HANDCOCK - World of Women (Album)
Paul's Recommendation: Nia Chennai - Since We Ain't Together (EP)
Let's Start Here
Welcome into a special Bonus edition where we provide our initial first reactions to the new album by Lil Yatchy "Let's Start Here".
Rumours
This week we finally review "Rumours" the classic album by Fleetwood Mac and ranked as the 7th best all-time by our good friends over at Rolling Stone. On top of that we discuss Drake's B-Sides show in Toronto and more.
Outro Song: Michael Jackson - Blood on the Dance Floor
Rahim's Recommendation: A Boogie Wit da Hoodie - Me Vs. Myself (Album)
Paul's Recommendation: Akeem Ali - Keemy Casanova: He's BAD (Song)
This Is What I Mean
For this week's album review, we check out "This is What I Mean", the latest Album UK Grime and Music Legend Stormzy. Alongside this, we make some bold predictions in our yearly "Change the Forecast" segment, and Rahim plays a game of Start, Cut, Bench album edition.
Outro Song: T.I. - Memories Back Then (Ft. B.o.B, Kendrick Lamar & Kris Stephens)
Rahim's Recommendation: PARTYNEXTDOOR - Her Old Friends (Song)
Paul's Recommendation: Doe Boy (Artist)
I Want You
This week for Track 83, we take it back to 1976 and review the album "I Want You" by Marvin Gaye. Alongside that, we comment on the recent Rolling Stone top 200 Singers All-Time List.
Outro Song: Luther Vandross - Never Too Much
Rahim's Recommendation: Ab-Soul - HERBERT (Album)
Paul's Recommendation: Sauce Walka - Sauce Ghetto Gospel 3 (Album)
The 2022 Two Stubborn Nigerian Awards
Welcome to the Third Annual Two Stubborn Nigerian Awards. We'll be handing out awards to our favourite: verses, songs, albums and artists of 2022 and crown winners for the following categories:
- Songs of the Year
- Diverse Album of the Year
- R&B Album of the Year
- Rap Album of the Year
- Feature Artist of the Year
- Most Improved Artist of the Year
- R&B Artist of the Year
- Rap Artist of the Year
- Verse of the Year
- MVP - Overall Artist of the Year
Outro Song: Oxlade - KU LO SA (A COLORS SHOW)
Rahim's Recommendation(Feature Verse of the Year): JID - Bruddanem (Ft. Lil Durk)
Paul's Recommendation(Feature Verse of the Year): DJ Khaled - GOD DID (Ft. Rick Ross, Lil' Wayne, JAY-Z, John Legend & Fridayy)
SOS
On this week's episode we review the brand new and highly anticipated album from SZA "SOS". Alongside this we discuss our all-time favourite album intro's and discuss what we think DJ Khaled's 5 best songs are.
Outro Song: SZA - Wavy (Interlude) (Ft. James Fauntleroy)
Rahim's Recommendation: BROCKHAMPTON - The Family (album)
Paul's Recommendation: Stalley - Somebody Up There Loves Me (album)
Lies About the War
This week we review the album "Lies About the War" by Jacob Banks a Nigerian-British singer-songwriter. On top of that we predict the winners of the 2023 Grammy's following the recent unveiling of the nominees and we review and celebrate the winners of this years MOBO Awards.
Outro Song: Beyonce - Cuff It
Rahim's Recommendation: Glorilla - Anyways, Life's Great... (Album)
Paul's Recommendation: Tony Shhnow - Reflexions (Album)
The Liz 2
For this week's album review we check out "The Liz 2" the new album from Armani Caesar. Pay tribute to the Late Great Takeoff. Discuss which album most disappointed us this year & give our early thoughts on "Her Loss" by Drake & 21 Savage.
Outro Song: Migos - Commando
Rahim's Recommendation: Babyface - Girls Night Out (Album)
Paul's Recommendation: Dami Oniru - Matter of Time (EP)
In My Lifetime
For this week's album review, we celebrate 25 of JAY-Z's sophomore album "In My Lifetime, Vol.1". We discuss what songs we think stand out and where it lands on the 2SN's scale.
Outro Song: JAY-Z - You Must Love Me
Rahim's Recommendation: MAK - Check (song)
Paul's Recommendation: Sonder - Too Late to Die Young (EP)
It's Only Us
Welcome to Track 77 - "It's Only Us". For this week's album review we check out the new album release by Lil Baby "It's Only Me". On top of that we celebrate 10 years of Kendrick Lamar's "good kid, m.A.A.d city" and Discuss Destiny's Child's best song.
Outro Song: Eric Benet - Georgy Porgy (Ft. Faith Evans)
Rahim's Recommendation: Ab-Soul - Do Better (Single)
Paul's Recommendation: Baby Tate - Mani/Pedi (Album)
Home Sweet Home
For this weeks album review we head back to 2005 and review the debut album from Kano "Home Sweet Home" & assess how the rapper has evolved into the modern day legend he is today. Alongside this we predict our Spotify Wrapped and discuss which albums changed us.
Outro Song: Nelly Furtado - Say It Right
Rahim's Recommendation: YG - I Dance (Ft. Duki & Cuco) (Song)
Paul's Recommendation: Lil Yatchy - Poland (Song)
Age/Sex/Location
Welcome to Track 75 - "Age/Sex/Location". This week's album review is the new release by Ari Lennox. In addition we look at our musical highlights of 2022 thus far. And share our thoughts on the changing dynamics of modern day R&B.
Outro Song: Ari Lennox - BMO
Rahim's Recommendation: Coast Contra - Never Freestyle (Song)
Paul's Recommendation: Rihanna (Artist)
Just Friends
Welcome to Track 74 - "Just Friends". For this weeks album review we kick it back to 2000 and check out the studio debut by Musiq Soulchild "Aijuswanaseing". On top of that we do a 2000's hit verzuz and disuss what makes a "smash hit" in 2022.
Outro Song: Jill Scott - Golden
Rahim's Recommendation: Symba - Results Take Time (Album)
Paul's Recommendation: Aretha Franklin - Let Me in Your Life (Album)
The Forever Story
Welcome to Track 73, "The Forever Story". This week's album is the recent release by J.I.D "The Forever Story". On top of that we pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth and discuss how Big Sean is Hip-Hop's Taylor Swift.
Outro Song: Outkast - Rosa Parks
Rahim's Recommendation: Eva Lazarus - Brandy Kisses (Album)
Paul's Recommendation: Jacob Banks - Lies About the War (Album)
Southernplayalistic
Welcome to Track 72 - Southernplaylistic. This week we kick it back to 1994 and review Outkast's debut album "Southernplaylisticcadillacmuzik" and see where it ranks on the 2SN scale. On top of that Paul shouts out the legendary career of The Alchemist and Rahim asks what songs make the "way too early" all-decade list. GOD DID.
Outro Song: Outkast - Player's Ball
Rahim's Recommendation: SOLOHUNNA - No Access
Paul's Recommendation: Hip-Hop Evolution, Season 3, Episode 4: "The Dirty South" (TV Series)
P.S. We experienced some technical difficulties so apologies for any audio issues.
2000
Welcome to Track 71 - 2000. This week we're analysing "2000" the most recent release by Joey Bada$$. Discuss the recent breakup of The Breakfast Club & exploring what songs would make our ideal wedding playlists.
Outro Song: JAY-Z - Izzo(H.O.V.A.)
Rahim's Recommendation: Roddy Rich - The Big 3 (Ep)
Paul's Recommendation: Larry June - Orange Print (Album)
SOUR
Welcome to Track 70 - "SOUR". This week we review Beyonce's "RENASSIANCE", decide on the Mount Rushmore Afrobeats Songs, discuss what Hip-hop tracks we wanna hear in the club. And we FINALLY review Olivia Rodrigo's Album "SOUR".
Outro Song: Bryson Tiller - Don't
Rahim's Recommendation: Oxlade - KU LO SA - A Colors Show (Song)
Paul's Recommendation: Lloyd Banks - The Course of the Inevitable 2 (Album)
Best TV Shows & Films of 2022 So Far
Welcome to another Premium Episode of the Two Stubborn Nigerians
On this episode we're going through our favourite TV Shows and Movies of 2022 thus far. For full access be sure to become an official paid subscriber of the show.
The American Dream
Welcome to Track 69 - The American Dream. This week we analyse two of the best cheating songs, discuss how the kids these days don't know about The-Dream, and reminisce on the music of their Uni years.
Outro Track: 23 Unofficial - Ain't Bothered
Rahim's Recommendation: Erykah Badu - Window Seat (song)
Paul's Recommendation: The-Dream - Love/Hate (album)
Honestly, Nevermind
Welcome to Track 68 of the Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast "Honestly, Nevermind".
This week we review the new Drake album (sorta). Forecast towards the new Beyonce album and Rahim plays Snog, Marry, Kill (for some reason???)
Outro Song: Kendrick Lamar - Savior (Ft. Baby Keem & Sam Drew)
Rahim's Recommendation: Saba - Few Good Things (album)
Paul's Recommendation: WESTSIDE BOOGIE - MORE BLACK SUPERHEROS (album)
Methodology
Welcome to Track 67 - Methodology. This week we review the egregious Top 200 Hip-Hop Albums all-time list by Rolling Stone. And we play a couple new games.
Outro Song: Destiny's Child - Cater 2 U
Rahim's Recommendation: Pharrell Williams - Cash In, Cash Out (Ft. 21 Savage & Tyler, the Creator) (Single)
Paul's Recommendation: Jim Jones - El Capo (Album)
Time Stamps:
Biggest Simp on “Cater 2 U” game!: (00:00 – 09:32)
Podcast P goes to see Alicia Keys: (12:29 – 22:22)
Kendrick vs J. Cole in 2022?: (28:14 – 36:08)
Who used that sample better game!: (36:10 -46:27)
Consistency vs Quality: (46:27 – 58:15)
Rolling Stone Top 200 Hip Hop Albums: (58:15 – 01:38:43)
Deja Vu
Welcome to Track 66 - Deja Vu. This week we look back on the first 6 months of 2022 and discuss our favourite projects thus far. And do a little bracket of some of Beyonce's best songs.
Outro Song: The Weeknd - Out of Time
Rahim's Recommendation: Vory - Lost Souls (album)
Paul's Recommendation: PJ Morton - Watch The Sun (album)
R.I.C.O.
Welcome to Track 65 of the Two Stubborn Nigerians. This week, we discuss some of the new posthumous releases from the Notorious B.I.G and XXXTentacion. N-Dubz upcoming UK tour and so much more, not all of it relating to music.
Outro Song: Meek Mill - R.I.C.O. (Ft. Drake)
Rahim's Recommendation: Lloyd Banks - The Course of the Inevitable (Album)
Paul's Recommendation: Big K.R.I.T. - Digital Roses Don't Die (Album)
The Big Steppers
Welcome to Track 64 of the Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast "The Big Steppers". This week we, of course, review the new album from Kendrick Lamar "Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers". We also discuss some of the drama happening around Young Thug and YSL, and preview the upcoming Joey Bada$$ project.
Outro Song: Kendrick Lamar - The Heart Part 5
Rahim's Recommendation: Knucks - Alpha Place
Paul's Recommendation: Syd - Broken Hearts Club
Time Stamps:
- YSL Drama – (06:20 – 10:38)
- What have we been listening to?: (11:08 – 24:38)
- Joey Badass “2000” on the way: (24:38 – 34:50)
- Kendrick Lamar “Mr. Morale & The Big Stepper” review: (41:59 -01:20:40)
It's Almost Dry
Welcome to Track 63 of The Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast "It's Almost Dry". This week we dive into the new release by Pusha T and discuss our thoughts on this long-anticipated project. We also preview Kendrick Lamar's "Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers" as well as discuss what other recent releases we've been rocking with.
Outro Song: A Tribe Called Quest - Find A Way
Rahim's Recommendation: Will Jordan - Just to be Safe (Song)
Paul's Recommendation: Alex Isely & Jack Dine - Marigold (Album)