Here’s a cover The Roots did of A Milli in at a Miami show which is bittersweet to me because it’s something I know we won’t be seeing too much of when they start putting in 5 days a week playing as Jimmy Fallon’s (shudder) back up band when he takes over for Conan O’Brien. Almost every Roots fan I’ve talked to has reacted to this with a mixture of shock, disbelief and disappointment but I’ve finally come to terms with it. I read an interview with them that said they were conflicted on the decision too and went that way so that they could avoid the rigors of touring and enjoy the stable lifestyle in one city. I suppose they’ve earned it, but Jimmy Fallon just leaves me unsettled. Enjoy one of your last root-flavoured suppers.

The Roots – A Milli [Lil Wayne Cover] (zshare)

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