Wyclef Jean "The Preacher's Son"

Posted on 11.4.2003

Wyclef Jean
Album: The Preacher’s Son
Release Date: Nov 4, 2003
Label: J-Records

Review:

After catching heat for 2002’s disappointing Masquerade, Wyclef Jean jiggered his "ecleftic" formula a bit; this time he’s come closer to hitting the mark. Listeners will be pretty hard-pressed to find much actual rapping on The Preacher’s Son, but the former Fugee does a good job showcasing a wide variety of musical genres, all crafted with the highest of production values. Tracks like "Baby Daddy" (an ode to step-fatherhood featuring Redman) and "Next Generation" (featuring Rah Digga and the always tight Scarface) give a brief nod to Clef’s MC status while "Party to Damascus" (a duet with the ubiquitous Missy Elliott) helps bridge the gap between traditional and next-wave hip-hop. But the eclectic roster of non-MC guests proves that Wyclef’s musical vision is bigger than hip-hop. Where else would you be able to hear Patti LaBelle, Carlos Santana, and Haitian kompa kings T-Vice all do their thing?

Track Listings:

1. Intro
2. Industry
3. Party to Damascus - Missy Elliott
4. Celebrate
5. Baby Daddy
6. Three Nights in Rio
7. Class Reunion
8. Baby
9. I Am Your Doctor
10. Linda
11. Take Me as I Am
12. Grateful
13. Next Generation
14. Rebel Music
15. Who Gave the Order - Buju Banton
16. Party by the Sea - Buju Banton
17. Party to Damascus [Remix] - Missy Elliott