WWE Wreslter John Cena To Make His Hip-Hop Debut

[eminemcaparica]

WWE Wreslter John Cena To Make His Hip-Hop Debut, With New Album

You would never think that the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) and hip-hop would have anything in common, but WWE champion John Cena would say otherwise. The wrestler has come a long way, and has faced many hardships for his love the culture.

In junior high school, Cena he used to receive beatings from classmates because he loved a music genre not loved by the rest of his peers. Now years later, the WWE champion is taking his love a step further with the release of his debut album titled You Can't See Me.

Along with his partner in crime, Tha Trademarc (Marc Predka), Cena exchange verses throughout the 17 track effort. The two-man crew is something that Cena feels is left out of hip-hop today.

"You almost never hear a rap crew today working like EPMD or 3rd Bass," says Cena. "I wanted to bring that style back a little and get away from one MC up there doing his thing. Working this way let us attack a song from different directions and create a more dynamic flow."

The album's first single is "Bad, Bad Man," which features a respected rap legend Freddie Foxx (aka Bumpy Knuckles), who serves as the "hook man" on the track. The video for the single is a parody of the old A-Team show, featuring modern special effects stars: John Cena as Col. John "Hannibal" Smith, Bumpy Knuckles as Sgt. Bosco Albert "B.A." Baracus, Tha Trademarc as Capt. H.M. "Howling Mad" Murdock, also a cameo with Different Strokes star Gary Coleman.

Although Cena faced adversity as a youth for his love for hip-hop, he understands that he may face the same criticism for being a white wrestler.

"I know what I'm up against. I know people are going to dismiss me as a hip-hop artist out of hand because they think there is no way a white wrestler could rap," Cena explains. "I busted my ass for three years writing songs and improving my skills to prove those people wrong. Whether you love or hate this record, I don't think you can deny its authenticity."

You Can't See Me is slated to drop May 10 on Columbia Records. To coincide with his album release, Cena will make several public appearances.

Below are confirmed dates:

5/09 - WWE SmackDown!

[j_shady]

this is old news homie...but i guess new news for anyone who doesnt know about this yet

[Kirbee]

yeah his album been out for some months now

[eminemcaparica]

yeee, but y'all like him? or don't?