Plies. Odd name for a rapper, suggesting as it does, an unfortunate amalgamation of piles and pliers. This second single from 2007 album The Real Testament features rnb artist Akon who, with his trademark 'jail door clang' sound effect, is long overdue a re-arrest for crimes involving the flogging of dead horses. From the ludicrous opening drawl of "Waaaas haaa'nin homie?" to the same antique themes of shaking asses, bouncing booties and "spending that cash", Plies has succeeded in bringing absolutely nothing new to the hip-hop table. Dire. [Robin Black]
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