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Many would consider Doe B as one of those “gone too soon” rappers. Others, however, would want to consider him “just another trap rapper”. Either way, Doe was set to make some moves for himself and Montgomery, Alabama. He had the panache, flow, and even “hood stripes” that many others have to invent themselves to have. His posthumous mixtape, Definition of a Trapper 3, is pure trap music.

 

Is it a “perfect” album? I won’t go that far at all. But is it ideal for the streets and the hoods? Absolutely.

 

With his “trap house heat” coming full blast, Doe B rarely leaves the streets (which is fully intentional). Take the “Whenever, Wherever”, which is purely as street as street can get. The same can be said for tracks like “Half Time”, “Trappin Made It Happen”, and the majority of the songs on this mixtape. Some may note that this mixtape is monotonous. Still, the title of the mixtape should give us insight on what this tape is about.

 

Doe B even took different takes on familiar hood topics by making things “different” or “funky”. Listening to “You Don’t Even Know” lets out some country rap tunes for a mesmerizing stripper. What makes this song different is that the sound is more “smooth” and “romantic” than anything. “4 My People” is his obvious dedication to his people. Regardless, Doe B has the knack to not stay so one-sided.

 

In the end, Doe B made a mixtape for the trap and that is that. The sad part is that we cannot get a chance to witness his growth. I wanted to see how he would evolve within, and beyond, the barriers of the trap. Alas, that will never be. Thus, I must commend Doe B on making quality trap music that could never become any more than that.