Da Brat - Funkdafied

 Jams 2 Bounce 2
Chi Town's own Da Brat created a scene with FunkDaFied in 1994. The album is fully loaded with mid 90's G-Funk jams that ah get your head noddin. Jermaine Dupri's production here is top notch, and Da Brat's lyrical ability is evident. She can flow tight, and even though her lyrics may not be the deepest, she really knows how to get the partay jumpin'. Interestingly, Some of her catch phrases may bring to mind Snoop Doggy Dogg. The title track, and "Fa All Y'all," got mad radio play back in '94 and early '95, but the album has much more to offer. She has sass, and she proves she is as tough as the next male MC, and she can hang. All in all, a dope, if slept on, release. June 21, 2006

 Let Da Brat Funk You Up
Da Brat was hot when I was in high school. I remember all the girls (including myself) copied her signature twisties. I had the "Funkdified" cassette and I would listen to it everyday on my walkman at school. This is one of my favorite rap albums. June 16, 2006

 Spoiling Them!
Da Brat came onto the rap scene in 1994 under the guidance of hitmaker Jermaine Dupri. She came across as an arrogant thug. In fact, she carried the demeanor of a male. From the clothes she wore to this album's subject matter, she could easily remind one of a male. Also, something most male rappers are known for is rapping about how good/great they are and how much weed they smoke. Da Brat does this repeatedly on her debut. Male rappers also reiterate what town they are from. While listening to "Funkdafied", you are going to hear Da Brat tell you she is from Chicago over and over again. Don't misunderstand me, this woman is talented. She can flow, and she doesn't sound half bad either. Some of the things she said impressed me. She truly doesn't receive her just do as a female rapper because rap fans usually don't mention her when they talk about the best female emcees. She's better than most of the females rappers I have heard, so she deserves most credit that she receives.

The production on this album is really good. Jermaine Dupri used a lot of reminiscent George Clinton sounds, and that is innovative, but he uses them one too many times. 80% of the album had that "funk" sound. Producers need to be aware that they cannot overuse the same sound on an album because most listeners will grow fatigued of it very quickly.

I recommend this album to rap fans. Though its not a must have, some of the tracks are pretty essential.

Mikeisha's Top 5
1. Fa All Ya'll
2. Funkdafied
3. Give It 2 You
4. Fire it Up
5. Come and Get Some June 2, 2006

 2 Stars
Da Brat may go down in history as one of the greatest female emcee's in history, but that doesn't mean I have to like her. This is a great CD production wise, but lyrically it is wack. She has a nice flow though. NOT RECOMMENDED. January 16, 2005

 Slamming Debut!
Funkdafied is hot! This album consists of hit after hit. Hot beats, phat rhymes from Brat makes her debut a timeless classic. This album is a must if you like rap. October 19, 2004

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