I’ve no qualms about stating that I’m not a huge fan of female MC’s.

But I’m quick to give credit where it’s due…and Jean moved me with this track.

“Listen, there’s nothing like knowin’ yourself

Like the way I know that smokin’s kind of broken my health

Like the way I know my flow don’t make appropriate wealth

I can’t change that

But funny I’m sayin’ that when it’s money I’m aimed at

I give a fuck if you frame that or quote it (shit)

I meant what I said cuz I wrote it, point noted

I know I’m overly sensitive when it comes to, well

Just about everything

And I’m so hardheaded, I don’t need your help

Like no advice for these records ‘less it’s me, myself

Like I don’t ever want to breathe if it requires assistance

Just, just shut down my system…

…I yell too much, get stressed too quick

But the best thing about it, I can change that shit

And still remain who I came down to Earth to be

It’s not Jean Grae, that’s just a name, you’ll see”

Jean Grae – “Don’t Rush Me”

Also, I have no qualms in telling you that, as I get older, I’m learning more about myself as well…and it’s tough decision – to decide whether to accept the challenges of trying to grow and progress as a person…or saying “fuck it, this is me.” Tinkering with the idea of trust & allowing others in, knowing that no man lives alone & that we’re all connected & dependent in some form…

So, it took a woman like Jean to put this man’s current mindstate into words when no other rapper could.

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