Droppin' Science: Straight-Up Talk from Hip Hop's Greatest Voices

By Denise L. Mciver

Foreword by KRS-One Life's Little Instruction Book for the hip-hop generation, 'Droppin' Science' is a collection of quotations, life lessons and words of wisdom from the most influential voices in today's urban music scene. For the millions of teenagers and twentysomethings who idolise such musicians as Eminem, Lauryn Hill, Lil' Kim, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliot, Macy Grey, Common, Mary J. Blige, Wyclef Jean, Jay-Z and more, this book offers advice that is straight up and backed by serious street cred.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0609807293
• ISBN13: 9780609807293
• Release Date: February 2002
• Publisher: Three Rivers Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.3" x 0.5" x 5.5"

Customer Reviews

Positive and Profound

I'm a fan of hip hop - the culture and the artists, and I'm so glad droppin' science is out there. It's inspiring to read how profound these artists are. The forward by KRS-One sets the tone beautifully. Add this one to your collection of affirmations and inspirations.

The real deal from hip-hop royalty!

Droppin' Science is the best compilation of zen wisdom from the 'hood I've ever read. For anyone who thinks all hip-hop artists are merely about bling-bling or bang-bang, think again. McIver seems to have amassed all the top names in rap and hip-hop giving advice on everything, life, love, respect, success... you name it! What this book really makes clear, is that it doesn't matter who you are or where you came from, we all basically want the same things in life -- a chance to pursue the American dream, life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. I'm definitely buying copies of this book for all my young nephews and nieces to read. I'm betting it will open their eyes and inspire them to even greater heights!

Insightful and Entertaining

I picked up a copy of Denise McIver's DROPPIN' SCIENCE from a friend at work. It's insightful as well as entertaining and gives a glimpse into the thoughts and feelings of many hip hop artists. It's an enjoyable read and I found it moving and eye opening as well.

Hip Hop Wisdom - a great book!!

For anyone who thinks Hip Hop is synonymous with Rap, this book will set you straight. For those who think Hip Hop (especially Rap) is always negative and too infused with attitude, this book will give you hope. For the multitude who are fully immersed in this genre of music, this book is nothing short of inspirational. These people have a lot to say and this book shows that what they have to say can help all of us live better lives. Hooray for Ms McIver for putting this wonderful compendium of hip hop wisdom out there! It's also a fun read!