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Product Details

  • Audio CD (October 7, 2003)
  • Original Release Date: October 7, 2003
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Format: EP
  • Label: Babygrande Records
  • ASIN: B0000CD5FD
  • Also Available in: MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #99,646 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Is the Artist Formerly Known as What What the elusive "complete" emcee with ovaries you’ve been looking for since Lauryn Hill’s post-Miseducation meltdown? Well, in an industry plagued with 6th-rate Lil Kim knock-offs, honestly, Grae might be as close as it gets. On the battle rhyme "Hater’s Anthem," you get a small taste of the attributes that rank her alongside Bahamadia as far as smart wordy flows and rewind-able punch lines go. Here, Grae promises to take out all "…lame dames that couldn’t be felt with Braille scripture." Sure, the refrain that repeats on the hook is unnecessarily coarse, but "Take Me" sees Grae going morally deeper over a vastly overused sample flipping a one-on-one-with-God soliloquy that’s stylishly provocative. Cannibal Ox’s off-kilter cerebral rhymes and a perfectly-placed mesmeric flute loop help to break up the pace of Bootlegs on "Swing Blades" for listeners who might tire of Grae’s fairly monotone rapid-fire flow. Conceptually, "Chapter One: Destiny" rates as next level because it ends leaving the listener with the option of determining the fate of a fictional unnamed assassin. Beats-wise Bootlegs is slightly above average although Grae junkies will be happy to know that the alleged last track actually segues into a 45-minute collection of her ripping verses over familiar beats from popular Eminem and Scarface cuts among others. When she’s not doing that, she’s performing equal opportunity remakes of popular Jay-Z tunes like "Excuse Me Miss." Whether the new material on Bootleg has cemented Grae’s position as the next best femcee only a full-length release and time will tell. Until then, you can enjoy the inclusion of some of her back catalog singles with Natural Resource ("Negro League Baseball") on here. --Dalton Higgins
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ms. Grae the unknown vet, destine for stardom, October 9, 2003
Probably the most creative person in Hip-Hop, definitely one of the best. Jean Grae is a breath of fresh air in a world where it's not about talent, but who you know. Why did 50 blow up? (I'll leave that one alone) Jean won't blow up, it's a shame. It's rare a person is this complete. Her rhyming skills are undeniable, but don't forget she also is incredible behind the boards. I love her production, it's so soulful. The fact this is branded an "EP" is a shame. Yes, it only has six tracks. But the bonus track [six] is 45 minutes. And Jean freestyling over other peoples beats. She absolutly KILLS Jay Z's "lyrical exercise" And to be able to go from some hardcore underground flow, to singing like Phraell "I see some fellas tonight that should be hangin with Jean Grae" She is so versital. And on the bonus song tip, it doesn't sound "thrown together" It's not radio freestyles and throw away studios. The beats are taken form others, but the lyrics are ill, deep stuff you can listen to over and over. She could have easily flipped these verses over her own production and made this into 9 other tracks.
This lady speaks her mind, and shows she has many sides. "My Crew" is my favorite song on the album, the beat is so mellow and has my head nodding. Add in her lyrics, sh*t I can't help but smile when I listen to it. Her best quality is how she can speak from her heart. I'm tired of hearing people talking about their rides and their jewels. Who cares? There is no depth to that. When I listen to Jean I feel like she is speaking to me. Her sense of humor is very dark and different. And when she pours her heart out, you can't help but relate. She shows she is human and has a lot of pain and inner struggle. Her ability to move in and out of her different personalities, is what sets her apart from her peers. Jean is in a class all by herself, don't sleep on her if you've never hear of Ms. Grae, or if you have a thing against "female" emcees. Think outside the box, and pick this album up. You will find a gem, I promise you.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I can't stand it, January 6, 2005
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I read something somewhere when I was drunk one night and bought this cd. Jean Grae is too much for me. She's as good or better than any male rapper, and her lyrics couldn't be more real. I am enraptured with this cd, and I've fallen in love with the persona "Jean Grae" so much that I could cry. For perspective, I also listen to Lil Jon.
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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best MCs Male or Female., February 28, 2004
I'm basing my review on the regular 6 tracks. Jean's production is tight as hell her rhymes are just as good. Don't be sexest and write her off because she is a women because she breaks through that steriotype. Im sure any MC would be more that proud to work with her. Track 5 is just about one of the illest songs I ever heard, and track 6 is dope too. She has a new CD out I wonder if its any good.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Jeanius strikes again
As almost always, Jean delivers something flawless. I luv #6 in it's entirety, but wish the songs were seperated, I gotta scan through when I want to find a certain one. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Carolyn Leach

5.0 out of 5 stars What?What?
the Artist formerly known as What?What? has done it again. Chilled out beats reminiscent of Bahamadia. Slamming emcee brilliance at its finest.
Published 16 months ago by DirtySanchez

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice flow would be better without the homophobia...
I was just introduced to Jean Grae by some friends. After reading the other reviews here I was super excited to hear a dope female MC rock it. Read more
Published on November 10, 2006 by C. Merebel

5.0 out of 5 stars OK People..
This sista is serious with hers! She means what she says! Haters Anthem is the main song for me here. Serious!
Published on October 29, 2006 by ChuckDeezul

5.0 out of 5 stars real underground Hip Hop
One of the best female real underground album !!!!Her first and second album are hers best anyway!!!!! Undeground and not bling bling at all !!!
Published on September 28, 2006 by Nikos

5.0 out of 5 stars Why Listen To Commercial Rap....When Jean Grae Is Reason Enough To Stray Away...
Short and to the point.....6 tracks of pure listening enjoyment. But I have to admit that one track put me over the top..."Take Me". Read more
Published on June 16, 2006 by Solution

5.0 out of 5 stars This Woman Is A Rap Artist Point Blank
Yo I heard about her through an associate. Then I finally heard her on The Roots album The Tipping Point. I have been a fan every since. Read more
Published on February 19, 2006 by J. Lindsay

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Of Jean Grae
These are just unreleased tracks made by Jean Grae. Shes doing the same thing like Juvenile did when he first came out. And now shes doing it. Read more
Published on August 2, 2005 by Taron Jermiah Summer

4.0 out of 5 stars Even thought it's a EP it's her best
I feel she was better when she did this little EP back in 2002/2003 then her newest album. I think she is probally one of the best 10 best femcees of all time and should get more... Read more
Published on July 2, 2005 by Chris

5.0 out of 5 stars Hottest chick spittin
I couldn't how much this young talented woman has blossom, I've been listening to her for 4 years now, and I can't see one female touching this woman's ability. Read more
Published on April 16, 2005 by Thomas A. Hunt

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