Audio by artist funky_dl_amy_winehouse

Funky DL’s early influences were producers like Pete Rock, which is highly apparent on this one in which he sends a message out to all those who are always prepared to lean on others for help, never having ever done anything themselves to help themselves. The shortest and last track on ‘Back To Frank’ offers the opportunity for self-reflection if adhered carefully.

DL came with some niceties on this one with a story of his fears and insecurities of a suspected cheating wife to whom he is unsure whether to confront or quietly slip away from, only leaving a note or letter. DL explains “This was a difficult one because Amy hardly said anything from the original ‘Take The Box’ song that I could really write around” The story unfolds and is vividly descriptive only to come back round full circle to display that the 1st verse could have easily been 2nd and the 2nd, 1st…

DL stays true to his producer roots with this ode to “studio equipment”. With a hook from Amy stating “everyday I see you my hands were made for you” it becomes clearer to understand where DL’s heart lies. As an avid Akai MPC user, Funky DL has taught himself the machine inside and out, even having to open the sampler to replace a burnt out memory chip whilst recording the project. A music lover’s favourite appears in the form of Grover Washington JR’s ‘Mr Magic’, which Amy covered on her debut album as an unlisted bonus track.

This is the song that started the whole project and as Amy’s 'You Sent Me Flying' is DL’s favourite track of hers, he made 'Kicked To The Curb' his starting block for the album. DL remarks of his regret as to the reasons why a relationship had to come to an end without actually saying what the girl did that led him to kick her to the curb and does this smoothly over a beat reminiscent of some old Dilla / Slum Village vibe…