He works at local clubs and is a regular on Amateur Night at the legendary Apollo Theater up in Harlem. On the other side, unfortunately, is a really, really big truck. Lance is a picky sucker and there is nothing that fits his demographic needs. So the heavenly helpers offer him a temporary abode, until something more suitable can be found. Or a meal.
Rap is popular.
Get used to it. What we will say is that this is the kind of satire that Rock does best and it is completely buried and lost in Down To Earth . This satirical material is what Chris Rock does in his sleep. Why this movie is stifling and unfunny is one of the biggest mysteries of the year. He doesn't loosen up for a good hour.