I dunno...I like it mostly because of the music. Its doesnt all sound the same like banging on drums and guitar chords. There is actually a flow to it, its like the jazz of today. As for the lyrics...I agree there is to much violence and street slander, but its part of life and they address that. My favorite 3 (not sure which order) is Jay, Slim, and Nas. They address other issues besides guns and shit, and have some of the best production behind them. Also, i hate any of that Southern shit in the mainstream. That to me has nothing to do with rap at all, its not creative and it all sounds the same. Paul Wall...wow.