United States Feb 24, 2009

Anecdotevs360

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Verdict
Winner
65% confidence
Score
2–1

While fans praised both emcees in this classic Australian battle, the consensus leans towards 360. His relentless humor and iconic, endlessly quoted 'Look at his head' angle were major factors. Anecdote was lauded for his lyrical and freestyle ability, but many comments point to him struggling or running out of steam in the final round, which ultimately sealed the victory for 360.

Round-by-Round
Rd 1AnecdoteAnecdote came out strong, with fans highlighting his lyrical and freestyle-heavy approach. He seemed to have the edge in pure bars in the opening round.
Rd 2360360's comedic angles and personals started to land heavily in the second. His unique, funny style began to control the energy of the battle.
Rd 3360This was the deciding round. Multiple comments state that Anecdote struggled or choked, while 360's humor and memorable lines were at their peak, giving him a clear win.
Analysis

In a foundational clash for Australian battle rap, Anecdote and 360 delivered a memorable and highly influential battle that is still revisited by fans years later. The matchup was a classic contrast of styles: Anecdote brought a sharp, freestyle-oriented lyrical attack, while 360 countered with a disarmingly funny and personal approach. Anecdote appeared to take an early lead with his bars, but the tide turned as 360's relentless humor took center stage.

His simple but hilarious angle, 'Look at his head... LOOK AT IT!', became an instant classic and the defining moment of the battle. While Anecdote's skills were respected, his performance faltered in the final round, according to fan consensus.

This stumble, combined with 360's consistent comedic haymakers, ultimately earned 360 the victory in a battle that helped shape the identity of the Australian scene.

01360 repeatedly uses the angle 'Look at his fuckin' head... LOOK AT IT!', which became the most iconic and quoted line of the battle, defining his comedic approach.
02Anecdote's performance in the third round was perceived by many fans as a stumble or choke, which shifted the momentum of the battle decisively in 360's favor.
03Fans pointed out that 360 later used a line from Anecdote's round ('Safe to say I'm off to a terrible start') in one of his popular recorded songs, sparking discussion in the comments.
What fans loved
  • Fans overwhelmingly view this as a classic and pivotal battle in Australian hip-hop history.
  • 360's 'Look at his head' line is frequently quoted and celebrated as one of the most hilarious and memorable moments in the scene.
  • Anecdote's lyrical talent and ability to freestyle were consistently praised by viewers.
  • The comedic and friendly vibe of the battle was seen as a major positive by the audience.
  • Many comments express nostalgia for this era of battle rap in Australia.
Criticisms
  • A significant number of comments pointed out that Anecdote's performance faltered in the third round.
  • Some viewers noted that 360 later used one of Anecdote's lines in a commercial song, which became a topic of debate.
  • A few fans felt the crowd was too quiet and slept on some of the more intricate bars from both rappers.
  • The presence of background music during the battle was a minor point of criticism for some.

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