Foxy Brown - I'll Be (12" Single) (1996) Vinyl • Feat. Jay Z, La Familia, Remix

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Vinyl plays with occasional crackles (play-graded). 12" Single. Cover has a few creases near edges; light-scuffing (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (generic white); one seam partially split. Spine is easy-to-read with mild-wear. Minor shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Developing split on center of bottom-edge. Opening shows signs of use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. I'll Be (LP Version) (feat. Jay-Z)
2. I'll Be (Instrumental)
3. La Familia (Unreleased LP Version) (feat. AZ, Nas, and Nature)

About The Record:

I'll Be (12" Single), by Foxy Brown, is a vinyl maxi-single release featuring multiple versions of the title track with guest vocals from Jay-Z, including the LP version, remixes, and instrumentals typical of the era's hip-hop singles. Notably, the song samples René & Angela's 1985 R&B hit I'll Be Good, flipping it into a sultry, boastful rap anthem that highlights Foxy Brown's provocative lyricism and chemistry with Jay-Z. This collaboration marked an early high point in both artists' careers, showcasing their dynamic partnership that began with prior features. The lead track I'll Be remains a fan-favorite for its catchy hook and explicit verses, often celebrated as a classic '90s hip-hop/R&B crossover. The single's hit I'll Be peaked at No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 2 on the Hot Rap Singles chart, while earning gold certification from the RIAA.