Jeanius

Jean Grae | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (July 8, 2008)
• Original Release Date: 2008
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Blacksmith
• ASIN: B0018FZISA
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  MP3 Music
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #76,325 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. iNTRO

2. 2-32's

3. Don't Rush Me

4. My Story

5. The Time Is Now

6. Billy Killer

7. Think About It

8. #8

9. American Pimp

10. This World

11. Love Thirst

12. Desparada

13. Smashmouth

Editorial Reviews

Blacksmith Music presents Jean Grae and her electrifying and highly anticipated new album "Jeanius", produced by 9th Wonder. Jean Grae delivers an impressive range of vision that instantly marks her as an extraordinary artist.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars We Waited 4 Years For This July 11, 2008

By Q. Pair

Format:Audio CD

Here it is, the long awaited Jeanius album, and as expected, Jean brings the heat. Its her first project with Blacksmith records, and it looks like she did good for her debut on a new label.

Jean took a note from DJ Hi-Tek & Kweli's Reflection Eternal, and had 9th Wonder exclusively produce all these tracks, which works out because 9th is a damn good producer, and he and Jean have great chemistry. Just listen to "Love Thirst" or "Think About It" and you'll immediately understand why these two did a colabo together. This is Jean at her finest to date, her flow is more masterful, the rhymes are no less then fire, and it has an overall seriousness to it that she hasn't brought out before. In a word, she is very focused with this album. The most outstanding track on here is definitely "My Story" which covers some deep stuff out of her past, from abortion (which she has barely touched on in the past), a heart mummer, and attempted suicide. Like I said, deep stuff. Theres also a good few gust appearances on here, but theres a good chance you wont know who they are except for Phonte from Little Brother. I was hoping for a guest spot from Kweli or another Blacksmith affiliate, but no such luck here.

As good as the album sounds, it does have a bit of a downside to it. See, if your a faithful Jean fan like myself, then you more then likely either own or have heard 5 or 6 of the 13 tracks on other CD's she's made or been on (Blacksmith mixtapes, This Week, etc). The only upside to that is that they have either been slightly remixed or they have been remastered so the quality of sound is suitable for an album.

Despite some recycled material, the album is still worth the buy. Jean is still better then any radio friendly rapper you can name.... Get some food for your brain and enjoy the art that is... Jeanius. Peace

Standout Tracks

My Story
Don't Rush Me
Think About It (Hottest Track)
Love Thirst
American Pimp
Desperada Read more ›

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars some just don't get it...lol July 31, 2008

By Byoba

Format:Audio CD

Let me start by saying that Jean Grae has proven to be a very nice lyricist... period! This album will be a classic amongst true Hip-Hop heads who listen to albums for different subject matter and not just for the entertainment of shake dancing and getting high. Also, let me respond to the comment that greg made about Jean Grae having the same Das EFX cover... well, its not a lack of originality, of course Jean Grae knows she was copying the Das album cover... she did that on purpose to illustrate representing True Hip-Hop in general... Too bad that was over gregs head, it is so obvious... lol! Also, Das could be her favorite group or even 9th's for that matter and so paying them homage is the ideal thing to do when you admire a Hip-Hop group that knows how to bring it and who captured the true essence of Hip-Hop doing that time when their album dropped... so in retrospect the message is clear its about bringing Hip-Hop back to its true context... and Jean Grae has been doing a good job of upholding that standard.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Title is Self-Explanatory July 17, 2008

By B-Knowledge

Format:Audio CD

I have developed a new found respect bordering on almighty praise for the brillance that is 9th Wonder. Along with his unique production skills, and Jean Grae rhymes, that would put any rapper to shame, both artists are keeping the light of hip-hop aflame, and bright. Better than other collabs involving 9th and other artists (i.e. Buckshot), Grae and 9th have a chemistry that is undeniable, and I really look foward to future collabs. I could not stop playing this album, after getting it. An instant classic in this era of hip-hop! This album is damn-near perfect!

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Jean Grae "Jeanius"- 4.75 Stars June 3, 2008

By Shaun Borowski

Format:Audio CD

Jean Grae's fourth studio album is a great one. For those that are unaware, this album was originally set to be released around 2004. Due to heavy bootlegging, the release has been pushed back almost four years. This copy contains different material than the bootleg, and it sounds terrific. I personally believe this is Jean Grae's best lyrical material to date. Her flow is better than ever and she uses intricate lyrics to depict what she is trying to say. 9th Wonder on the boards? You already know it's one of the best produced albums of the year. 9th really sounds diverse on this one also, using soulful beats and samples, to simple yet extravagant recordings. It's difficult to explain, but if you can hear the samples you'll understand. The guests on this album are basically the entire Justice League. DP, Phonte, Median, K-Hill, Edgar Allen Floe, and Joe Scudda all stop by. The guests hold it down, but it's hard to get past Jean's amazing sound. For anyone who is normally turned off by Jean Grae's lyrics, flow, or sound, you will be pleasantly surprised on this album. She seems more determined than ever. As soon as you can find a copy, get this disk. Disappointment will be the farthest feeling from your mind.

Lyrics- 9.5/10
Production- 10/10
Guest Appearances- 8/10
Overall Sound- 10/10

4.69

-Shaun B.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Hip Hop is a way of life! August 8, 2008

By Franklin Wilmer II

Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase

The is a definite classic album from Jean Grae, who is one of the illest females spittin lyrics on the mic right now. What makes the album even better is 9th Wonder produced this bad boy. I'm 35 years old and I grew up with Hip Hop from it's beginning. I love Hip Hop just as much today as I did when I was a teenager. If you love lyrics cop this, but if you just like Hip Hop with catchy beats and no lyrical substance, this album is (NOT) for (YOU). If you love Hip Hop keep ya speakers jumpin, but not too loud so you don't go deaf. Aight, Peace!!!!!!!!!!!!!!