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Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Maverick
Manufacturer reference ‏ : ‎ 7535405
Label ‏ : ‎ Maverick
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01MFE3OJZ

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145 ratings

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4.4 out of 5

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WAYNE BAILEY

I HAD 2 GET THIS CD BACK!!!!

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on February 24, 2021

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I had this album before lost to get back immediately! This album is pure funk Meshell music is Amazing great FUNK AND SOUL ...Definitely a must in your collection!!

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A beautiful, haunting record of super-smarts and daring

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on June 9, 2002

In art, there's not caring what people think and allowing that to open you up to the potential of your messages and abilities, and there's not caring what people think and becoming too self-referencing, too closed off to what makes you appeal to people and growing from that knowledge. Meshell NdegeOcello is that first cat, and we are given THE best record of her career because of it.
Even after having been shelved for months, "Cookie" is as fresh today as it was ahead-of-its-time when she started putting it together. The funkiness of her earlier efforts is upfront and apparant here without the baggage of having anything to prove. Somebody has obviously let her loose with a budget, plenty of time, and a studio of choice, and she's given us a record that smashes conventions and showcases more heart than any record out yet this year.
She does a lot more "rapping" on tracks that feature it at all (I guess that's what we're calling her spoken word vocal style anymore) than on other efforts, and while it starts off a little preachy early on, it levels off into a more generally warm approach and politic not long after the first couple of tracks and then, to top it off, the music begins to REALLY take off about track 4 (the wickedly fun "Priorities 1-6", a slow jam that isn't slow, but definitely jams).
Last year, when I heard the bevy of guest artists that were to appear on her record, I was scared. I thought we would be subjected to the kind of meandering, check-collecting playing that a lot of cats submit for other artists' offerings, but Meshell takes firm control at every turn, keeping the record firmly in pocket. That's saying a lot when you have guests the likes of Marcus Miller, Lalah Hathaway, Missy Elliot and Caron Wheeler (thank God she's still doing her thing). It never resorts to unfunky tripe; everyone sounds like they really wanted to be on this record and its the fresher for it.
She takes more chances with a track's instrumentation than I've seen in a long time. I prided other artists this year for giving
us a little more "umph" in terms of content and style, but Meshell takes more left turns and drops more errant bass notes in the weirdest of places than anyone since I don't even know when. The record has an earthy, smokey quality that's not even going to be touched this year by anybody, and on tracks like the monstrously funky "Jabril" and "Trust", these production decisions are in full effect. Her 2 interludes don't even take any prisoners.
And who's writing slow jams like this sister today? Nobody:
(again, the tricky) "Priorities 1-6"; "Trust" (in which we are treated to not only the most self-assured bass line in recent slow jam memory, but the first of a number of Caron Wheeler appearances...Hallelujiah); "Earth" (another slow jam that doesn't subscribe to regular notions of ballad tempo, but, through clever arrangement and lyrics, can be used right alongside your Isley Brothers goods); the unstoppable "Jabril"...these are ballads borne of not only intelligence, but bleed divine experience of a sensual nature by the artists involved. These serenades want to show you how to love from scratch, and by God, they are some funky monsters indeed.
The best R&B record of the year so far, though I'm sure NdegeOcello would frown at the categorization. And I really liked the Glenn Lewis and Jill Scott records. The sister is, simply, taking no prisoners here. A beautiful, haunting record.

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J. Johnson

SEXY,BOLD,BRAVE,FIST-RISING,POETIC...POWERFUL

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on June 24, 2002

Meshell Ndegeocello is often called an "iconoclast".
But that label is why to vague for an artist as unique,mind-blowing and intriguing as Meshell.
Blunt and ballsy,Meshell tells it like it is-from her sometime radical views on Black life to her unapologetic stance on her sexuality to her depth-filled perspectives on religion.This sista is one musician that obviously cares NOTHING if folks don't get her style.
This admirable gene has allowed Meshell to release three rich,
powerful gems:1993's "Platation Lulliabies",1996's "Peace Beyond
Passion",and 1999's beautifully melancholy "Bitter".
Not slacking a minute,Meshell followups "Bitter" with the anticipated "Cookie:The Anthropological Mixtape",her fourth offering that is sexy,moving,bold,brave,beautiful,funky,loose,
free,and rich.This is very meaningful music.Don't come to "Cookie" looking for fluff.And don't let the danceable
Rockwilder/Missy Elliot/Redman/Tweet-assisted remix of "Pocketbook" fool you:Meshell is not compromising her unique
and fearless indiuvality for radio spins.
The music on "Cookie" is very atmospheric and has tricky harmonies.Meshell's voice is still husky and distinctive.She does more rapping and speaking than singing on here than she did on previous albums.Opening with the righteous strut of "Dead Nigga Blvd.
(Part 1)" on which Meshell justifyingly questions the motives and merits of so-called "playas" and "ballers".Concluding with a snippet of a speech by Dick Gregory.And the sultry
"Hot Night" brims with protest and real fire.Featuring a shining
Talib Kweli and snippets of Angela Davis.With it's slight salsa
rhythm,Meshell still proves that she DOES not fit in any catagory(which explains for a lot of Meshell's lack of mainstream success:they can't figure her out easily).
But the real gem here(arguably) is "Priorities 1-6".
This song is pure beauty.Smooth.Sexy.Meshell pulls off that undenying feeling of self-assured sensuality that only she can.
It's atmosopheric.And it's lyrics just fit so right.I can't elobrate on this song in a easy way.But it's just so beautiful.No doubt,"Priorities 1-6" is one of Meshell's certified classics.
Another slow gem is "Trust"."Trust" features the debut of several appearances on the long lost Caron Wheeler(!).Caron's trademark voice is still as smooth and pretty as it was on Soul II Soul's famed hits years ago.Lithing and passionate,"Trust"
like "Priorities" is a brillant,flowing slow jam that only Meshell can master.I love this one,personally.
The too-funky "Pocketbook",the go-go setting of "Barry Farms"
which blunty accounts a bittersweet same-sex relationship,
the quaint "Earth" and "Jabril" as well as "GOD.FEAR.MONEY"
and "Better By he Pound"-both hella FUNKY keep "Cookie" consistent and nearly seamless.And one can't fail to mention the
mesmerizing "Akel Dama(Field of Blood)" which features the words of Gil Scott Heron,Countee Cullen,and Etheridge Knight and Meshell's honest,poigant poetry over a
steady heartbeat and stark beat.Again,it's simply powerful.
The aforementioned Talib Kweli,Caron Wheeler,Tweet,Redman all guest appear to "Cookie" along with
Lalah Hathaway(another sorely missed talent) adding even more warmth and diversity to an almost flawless album.
Meshell easily does it again.Delivering yet another powerful
testament that like all three of her previous albums will still stand years after their release."Cookie:The Anthropological Mixtape" is
a must-own and is without a doubt one of 2002's best albums.
Adding some meaning and beauty and warmth and pride in an otherwise pointless musical landscape.

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Mr. P. Ward

The bees knees of bass and funk

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on June 28, 2019

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This album was recommended by Janeck Gwizdala, bassist extraordinaire and fine musician. Yes, it is a wonderful album. Not something I would have sought out myself, so the recommendation has been a welcome one. I also would now recommend this to anyone looking for an album of interesting funk and vibe, as well as thoughtful and inventive lyrics. Personal favourites are, Pocketbook and GOD, FEAR, MONEY.

B. van Binnendijk

Make no mistake, buy meshell !

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on February 24, 2014

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MeShell NdegeoCello is an awesomely talented musician. Beautiful voice and able to let her bass sing. I only discovered her only this year and ordered all her albums. The best decision I made, really. Make no mistake, this is intelligent stuff. 'Cookie' is a joy to listen at with many layers to discover time after time. From Raw/funky/swing to sensitive/ sad. It goes deep with "Akel Dama" which is impressive and so sadly true. To me, this song sets her apart from other (famous) artists.

Fairfax Aikman

Three Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on August 6, 2018

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Not Meshell's best work if I'm honest but man can she play.

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Paul

Not my thing

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on June 11, 2013

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Heard one track at a friends and thought I'd give it a go but it's not my thing at all, too much swearing, and too much rapping for my tastes.

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evilspliffer

funky as ever.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on July 10, 2017

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funky as ever.

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