Monday, November 17, 2008

A response to by slang post...excellent points!!!

From a subscriber named BEAR-

Add to your list??? Once again Cap-D, without fail, you have struck a nerve!!! While the list is definitely comprehensive, it sounds to me like you want to do away with slang terminology all together, a decree, that I would totally be against. I might agree, that a large portion of those terms, and their usages, are somewhat out dated, played out, and/or yesterday. I also understand, being pragmatic and keeping things fresh is a virtue. Even on the topic of slang terms. It is only natural that you promote a new look for 2009. But, being pragmatic doesn't just mean establishing new isht.. It also means cultivating that which is considered old and making it new. So, while you say abolish.., I say refine!What do I mean???Just the other day, I was politickin' with a female friend of mine when she said something that made me feel rather uneasy. When I explained my disposition to her, she responsed by saying: "No need to be NERVYY SON..." I thought, ...Nervyy Son??? Different..! So, while "Son" is just one word on that long list of slang sayings we are to abolish come December 31st (which I know must have taken a lot of thought to compose), stirring things up a little (e.g. flipping and bouncing the word w/ a conjoining noun or two, or what have you) might provide a segue from those obsolete slang sayings you mentioned to new improved slang terms with added flavor. Then, we wouldn't have to so much Abolish words for 2009, but Polish words for 2009. Moreover, maybe you could provide the hiphop world with a full scope of metaphorical nuances similar to that aforementioned. Even launch a campaign surrounding the rebirth of obsolete slang terms. I'm just sayin'... P.S. As a contribution to the cause, I have provided you with a campaign slogan.Peace my brotha...

NOTE: I actually agree with what Bear is saying...

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