Neek Bucks | Streets Is Watching remake directed by Trackmasters

[ISO]

After debuting the Streets is Watching short film at a private event Tuesday night (Aug. 21), Neek Bucks is unleashing the highly anticipated remake for public consumption exclusively via Billboard today (Aug. 22).

The 20-minute clip pays homage to the 20-year anniversary of JAY-Z releasing his Streets is Watching compilation back in 1998.

As an avid movie buff, the Harlem native brought his vision to life over the course of the year, working alongside a number of friends and gifted individuals to turn the inspiring flick into his own remake two decades later. "I'm very interested in film and Streets is Watching is one of my favorite hip-hop classics, so I figured I’d combine the two," Neek tells Billboard.

Bucks brings fans on a cinematic journey through a fatal armed robbery against a rival gang. Comic relief is peppered throughout the project, making light during the most serious of moments. Various scenes turn into creative music videos for previously released tracks such as the Vino World-assisted "Ain't No Fun" to mixing in bars from Hova's "Streets is Watching."



Neek wanted to properly salute JAY-Z and bring a fresh twist to a classic. "To celebrate the [film's] 20th anniversary and pay homage to JAY-Z, I decided to team up with Trackmasters, Tone, Poke, and give the streets something fresh," he explains. "Mix the old and legendary with something new."

Watch Neek Bucks' Streets is Watching remake below.

 

[wizworld]

This kid is from my hood. I wish him all the best in navigating through all the bullshyt, hopefully he can get popping and get a nice little low spot outside of NYC.

 

[AMcV'88]

my boy...its cool that its an ode to the original and all and that i saw Emory was involved somewhat but have to be a but more broader when it comes to certain things. don't just copy the name exactly...at the very least give it a Streets Is Watching: (Insert Something Here). add some flavor. it makes it easier to find and its more personal stamp.

for the most part these rappers do not give a fukk about remakes or odes to them.

 

[ISO]

@BalmainReyes
@BronxFleeZ
@.number.(n)one.*
@DMGAINGREEN
@eastsideTT
@Super Future Luther King Jr.
@desp
@tuckdog
@RebelX
@Dip

 

[010101]

my boy...its cool that its an ode to the original and all and that i saw Emory was involved somewhat but have to be a but more broader when it comes to certain things. don't just copy the name exactly...at the very least give it a Streets Is Watching: (Insert Something Here). add some flavor. it makes it easier to find and its more personal stamp.

for the most part these rappers do not give a fukk about remakes or odes to them.

should've had the title just spelled out in emojis*

 

[-deleted-]

Neek always been moving smart and been good with the rap since Here For A Reason 1. HFAR2 was a VERY slept on project too.

His latest video Grind is dope too.

Definitely deserves more love from the city.

 

[tuckgod]

Subbed

I’ll watch later

 

[Tim2520]

I've been following young boy for a minute I hope he breaks out and make it big. He makes good music

 

[Take It In Blood]

Nikka I thought this was Neef Bucks from State Property

these kids gotta choose some more original names

make sure it doesn't sound like someone elses before u start ur rap career

 

[010101]

bro pen is solid

he just needs a level up in visuals production & studio.magic etcetera

he probably would want to be on the roc but he needs someone who knows how to put out that top.shelf product all around

*

 

[wizworld]

my boy...its cool that its an ode to the original and all and that i saw Emory was involved somewhat but have to be a but more broader when it comes to certain things. don't just copy the name exactly...at the very least give it a Streets Is Watching: (Insert Something Here). add some flavor. it makes it easier to find and its more personal stamp.

for the most part these rappers do not give a fukk about remakes or odes to them.

I'm not even sure what to fault here. I get so frustrated at how so many of the seemingly talented young mcees lack creativity. It's mostly because they grew up in an era where it was acceptable to just copy whatever you like. Also these dudes don't read books, and comic books aren't cool anymore so they don't have those references to draw from.
But "Search Engine Optimization" rewards people for being uncreative. So the title could have something to do with that. When I google the movie "Streets Is Watching", Neek is one of the hits on the first page.

 

[Homeboy Runny-Ray]

lol @ this dude's name.

I refuse to click on any of his links because of it.

new York still biting.

 

[ISO]

lol @ this dude's name.

I refuse to click on any of his links because of it.

new York still biting.

Come on

 

[Cladyclad]

shyts dope af. I can’t wait to watch the rest

Salute @ISO for posting this

 

[Ineedmoney504]

lol @ this dude's name.

I refuse to click on any of his links because of it.

new York still biting.

Come on

can’t front. I didn’t click for that reason also.


Same way dude from ATL named himself yung chris(YC).