"Eyes Closed" flips the popular jimmy Spicer "Money" sample as John croons the chorus, "See it with my eyes closed." West's bars tell a story of how the MC is surrounded by "imaginary friends," a downside of his spectacular fame and fortune. The introspective lyrics and beat construction remind us of the artist's aesthetic while crafting his 2008 LP 808s & Heartbreak. Made after the untimely death of his mother, Dr. Donda West, Kanye utilized primarily stripped down beats and emotive rhymes, though, to be fair, "Eyes Closed" is a bit more produced.

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Details remain scarce about Kanye West's Good Ass Job, but apparently it is his best hip-hop record yet. At least, that's what Drake implied in an interview with GQ Magazine. And it's likely that Yeezy is making his return to hip-hop and leaving the Auto-Tune behind after 808s & Heartbreaks. But don't be surprised if the vocal effect makes an appearance here or there as it's been featured on every one of his albums in some way or another. Good Ass Job, which finishes Kanye's "college series," is set to feature Big Sean, who confirmed his guest spot via Twitter. It's also likely we'll see frequent collaborators like Common and Mos Def along with newcomers such as Drake and KiD CuDi. The album will also include beats from outside producers, something West had done before. This time around, he will be joined by RZA, Pete Rock, and DJ Premier, the last of whom provided scratches on "Everything I Am" off Graduation. Check out his new release "Power" & feel free to leave your comments about the song below.  

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