Dizzee Rascal is letting go of all his inhibitions and speaking his mind on Maths & English. With a clever title — representing the least favourite but most essential school subjects — his wrath is felt as he speaks on the music industry, record labels and life in general. "Hard Back" represents this completely. "Da Feeling" is a sexy summer song in waiting and is a much-needed track on this album, but "Suk My Sik" is ridiculous. Luckily for Rascal, his sound is so unique and alluring that content won't matter as much as how the bass sounds in your car. The highlight of the album is the weirdest/best collaboration "Where's Da G's," with UGK. If you're already a Rascal fan, pick this album up because he's sounding stronger than ever. If you're not already a fan, pick it up so you know what you're missing.
(XL Recordings)Dizzee Rascal
Maths + English
BY Tara MuldoonPublished May 20, 2008