“Based on a True Story” from Will Smith #MusicMonday

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After almost twenty years, Will Smith released a new album on Friday titled “Based on a True Story” and based on the lyrics of many of the songs, the album is indeed based on Will’s life events of late. It is after all almost three years after he slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars.

Many may not realize that before Will became an actor, and now an Academy Award Winning actor, he was a rapper in collaboration with DJ Jazzy Jeff as the “Fresh Prince.”

He then went on to do solo work as “Will Smith” as well …

And how he’s back in collaboration with his old mates, seemingly looking to address some of his issues through his music. Take a listen to the first track, “Int. Barbershop” which directly speaks to the gossip that’s been surrounding him.

Perhaps by working with his friends and once again addressing his fate head-on, puts this stuff behind him … rebranding him in the process.

Here’s the first single from the album, “Make It Look Easy.”

Gotta give him credit to try to turn it all around. Reverting back to music (his first love?) may be the ticket, time will tell. As will album sales, music reviews, and any (Grammy) awards.

What say you? What’s your experience? JIM