XL Middleton & Reality Jones – The Four Loko Theme.

So is this a Four Loko-themed parody of the Isleys’ “For the Love of You” or is it just a regular old sample? Hip-hop often walks that line where you’re not sure how seriously you’re supposed to take it.

“The Four Loko Theme” deserves props because it’s clearly in the “Bed Intruder”/Numa Numa lane and yet the song is actually really dope. As Steady Bloggin’ put it, “it’s smooth as hell. Way better than it has any right to be, considering it’s essentially a novelty song.” But then there are some nagging questions: why can’t can’t you enjoy a parody the same way you would any other song? And can you call “Big Poppa” a parody of “Between the Sheets” if you think some of the lyrics are funny?

But I’m sure much smarter people have already tackled this question. Footage from the November 17 Four Loko vigil in Union Square after the jump.