United States Aug 10, 2018

Caustic & FLOvsEverybody Knows & Esem

BOTZ Battles›Battle of the Zae X
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Verdict
Winner
Everybody Knows & Esem
75% confidence
Score
3–0

The fan comments heavily favored Everybody Knows & Esem, with numerous explicit declarations of them winning 3-0 or simply stating 'EK all day.' While Caustic & FLO received a couple of 2-1 votes, they also faced significant criticism, including a specific call-out for using a previously heard bar, which swayed the overall sentiment strongly towards their opponents.

Round-by-Round
Rd 1Everybody Knows & EsemEverybody Knows set a strong tone early, with fans specifically praising his 'robo freestyle' delivery and impactful lines, establishing a clear lead for his team.
Rd 2Everybody Knows & EsemThis round saw both teams land comedic punches, but Everybody Knows & Esem's humor, including the memorable 'Sumo Lavoz' line, resonated more strongly with the audience, giving them the edge.
Rd 3Everybody Knows & EsemCaustic's performance in this round was notably criticized for using a bar previously heard in another battle, while FLO's flow also drew negative comments. Everybody Knows & Esem maintained their consistent delivery and comedic timing, securing the round.
Analysis

The BOTZ X stage was set for a tag-team showdown, pitting the seasoned duo of Caustic & FLO, known as Town Business, against the dynamic pairing of Everybody Knows & Esem, or Los Feo Faces. From the jump, the battle leaned heavily into comedic angles and witty exchanges, with fans largely praising the overall entertainment value. Everybody Knows emerged as a clear standout, with his 'robo freestyle' delivery and sharp punchlines consistently hitting their mark.

Esem complemented his partner well, contributing to the humorous atmosphere, though some felt his self-deprecating jokes about his weight became a bit repetitive. The crowd reacted strongly to several memorable lines, including the 'Sumo Lavoz' jab and the 'see your colors for the first time' punch. On the other side, Caustic & FLO struggled to maintain momentum.

Caustic faced criticism for using a bar that had previously been delivered by Thesaurus, a misstep that didn't go unnoticed by the discerning battle rap audience. FLO's flow and delivery also drew some negative feedback, impacting their overall performance. While the battle was generally seen as a fun, joke-heavy affair, the consensus pointed towards Everybody Knows & Esem delivering the more polished and impactful performance, securing the win.

01Everybody Knows' 'robo freestyle' delivery captivated the audience early in the battle.
02The line 'see your colors for the first time' was highlighted by fans as a standout punchline.
03Esem's line 'Take some fucking acid' was humorously complemented by trippy visual effects in the video.
04The comedic line 'You like two more tacos from being Sumo Lavoz' was a fan favorite.
05Caustic used a bar about 'opposite ends of an eating disorder' that fans recognized as previously delivered by Thesaurus.
06Everybody Knows delivered a notable 'pair of Jordan's' line.
What fans loved
  • Fans widely praised the comedic elements and overall entertainment value of the battle.
  • Everybody Knows' performance was frequently highlighted, with his 'robo freestyle' receiving particular acclaim.
  • Specific punchlines, such as the 'Sumo Lavoz' and 'see your colors' lines, resonated strongly with the audience.
  • Esem's contributions and the team's chemistry were noted as positive aspects.
Criticisms
  • Some viewers felt Caustic's performance was underwhelming, citing the use of a previously heard bar.
  • FLO's delivery and flow were a point of contention for several commenters.
  • A segment of the audience found Esem's recurring self-deprecating jokes about his weight to be repetitive.
  • General disappointment was expressed by some regarding the perceived quality of the battle, with a few suggesting it felt unprepared.

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