She may be down to Earth, but Monie Love isn’t a girl you want to “funk” with. She’s an independent Sister who demands respect, outspoken enough to cuss you out in a British accent that mysteriously goes to robotic syncopation when she raps and articulate enough to hold your attention.

All this album needs is better hooks. Even It’s A Shame; a rip-off of the Spinners song; samples the most annoying part. R U Single ends on a fun note though and Don’t Give a Damn; a bitter dedication to her ex-boyfriend; is a noteworthy addition to the growing list of girl-power anthems.

my rating : 3 of 5

1990