Rakim. Stating that name around any true hip-hop head is bound to incite a “nuff said” moment. The legendary rapper is, after all, in the No. 1 spot on, like, everybody’s “Greatest MCs of All Time” list. So, if you claim to love any of the five elements, be sure to have your ass in the place when Rakim brings classics like “Paid in Full,” “I Ain’t No Joke” and (my favorite) “Mahogany” to the Amos’ Southend stage. With special guest Rhymefest. $20-$23. 8 p.m. Amos’ Southend, 1423 S. Tryon St. 704-377-6874. www.amossouthend.com.
This article appears in Nov 3-9, 2009.
