Vol. 3: Life and Times of S. Carter [Clean]

Track Listings

1. Hova Song (Intro)

2. So Ghetto

3. Do It Again (Put Ya Hands Up)

4. Dopeman

5. Things That U Do

6. It's Hot (Some Like It Hot)

7. Snoopy Track

8. S. Carter

9. Pop 4 Roc

10. Watch Me

11. Big Pimpin'

12. There's Been a Murder

13. Come and Get Me

14. Nymp

15. Hova Song (Outro)

Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com
On The Life and Times of S. Carter, Jay-Z's century-closing guaranteed-platinum album, he compares his hit-making prowess to that of Michael Jackson--the unspoken difference being that Jigga appears to be far from wearing out his commercial welcome. For good reason, too; not only is the Roc-A-Fella king maker one prolific rapper and writer, his output is of high enough quality to keep heads ringin'. While there's no single classic on the order of "Hard Knock Life" here, collaborations with Dr. Dre (the truly defiant "Watch Me"), Juvenile ("Snoopy Track"), and UGK ("Big Pimpin'") argue well for Jay-Z's continued vitality. Further proof may lie in the fact that, faced with mass bootlegging weeks before the CD's release, the Z-man added several tracks, effectively revising it at the last minute. --Rickey Wright

Vol. 3: Life and Times of S. Carter,Jay-Z,Def Jam,East Coast Rap,Gangsta Rap,Hip-Hop,Pop,Pop-Rap,Rap & Hip-Hop

Average customer rating:

4.5 stars: Great follow up to Hard Knock Life
Close to being great...
Am I Hearing Something Different (2.5 stars)
stop hatin
rip pacman that is bullsh*t

Vol. 3: Life and Times of S. Carter
Jay-Z
Manufacturer: Roc-a-Fella
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

East Coast | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

Gangsta & Hardcore | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
Similar Items:

Vol. 2, Hard Knock Life
In My Lifetime, Vol. 1
The Dynasty: Roc La Familia 2000
The Blueprint
Blueprint 2: The Gift & The Curse

ASIN: B00003NHAR
Release Date: 1999-12-28

Tracks:

Hova Song (intro)
So Ghetto
Do It Again (Put Ya Hands Up)
Dope Man
Things That U Do (featuring Mariah Carey)
It's Hot (Some Like It Hot)
Snoopy Track (featuring Juvenile)
S. Carter (featuring Amil)
Pop 4 Roc (featuring Beanie Sigel/Memphis Bleek/Amil)
Watch Me (featuring Dr. Dre)
Big Pimpin' (featuring UGK)
There's Been A Murder
Come And Get Me
NYMP
Hova Song (outro)

Amazon.com

On The Life and Times of S. Carter, Jay-Z's century-closing guaranteed-platinum album, he compares his hit-making prowess to that of Michael Jackson--the unspoken difference being that Jigga appears to be far from wearing out his commercial welcome. For good reason, too; not only is the Roc-A-Fella king maker one prolific rapper and writer, his output is of high enough quality to keep heads ringin'. While there's no single classic on the order of "Hard Knock Life" here, collaborations with Dr. Dre (the truly defiant "Watch Me"), Juvenile ("Snoopy Track"), and UGK ("Big Pimpin'") argue well for Jay-Z's continued vitality. Further proof may lie in the fact that, faced with mass bootlegging weeks before the CD's release, the Z-man added several tracks, effectively revising it at the last minute. --Rickey Wright

Customer Reviews:

4.5 stars: Great follow up to Hard Knock Life.......2006-12-24

Jay's streak continued with Vol 3. He has some of the most potent album cuts ever. His album cuts are tighter than the majority of other rapper's singles. Could have been a classic if he had taken out 4 songs.

Top Joints:
Hova Song (intro)
So Ghetto
Do It Again (Put Ya Hands Up)
Dope Man
It's Hot (Some Like It Hot) (A little heat for 50)
Snoopy Track (featuring Juvenile) (Should have been a single)
S. Carter (featuring Amil)
Big Pimpin' (featuring UGK) Classic!
There's Been A Murder (Tight)
Come And Get Me (Shots to give)

Close to being great..........2006-10-03

Anyone who liked volume II has to buy this album. Although admittedly a few songs fall flat, this is still a superb record. I really
think this was one of the best rap albums released back when rap was actually good aka pre 2002.

There are a couple of club type songs, flow type songs, serious songs and etc. I actually liked his duo with DRE and think it was a pretty good rhyme although "Things That You Do" f/ Mariah falls flat pretty quickly. I dont know who the heck Amil is but she generally sounds good on the album and I think that having Big Pimpin plus 2 good, hidden tracks is icing on this cake. How could you not buy this album for $10 if you love raps glory days from the late 90s/early00?

Am I Hearing Something Different (2.5 stars).......2006-07-27

I'm reading some of the recent reviews and most of them are 5 star reviews. I wonder if they ever sat down and listened to the album or are they aware if Jay-Z is capable of much more.

Anyway Jay-Z's fourth album Vol.3: Life And Times Of Shawn Carter is a semi-decent album at best. In 1999, Jay-Z was possibly enjoying the mainstream status of his career, to the point that he has been lacking on the microphone. He hasn't improved since Vol.2: Hard Knock Life. His rhymes seemed to be slapped together, as shown in the second track "So Ghetto" with rhymes like "Jigga man, Volume 3/I'm back looking like me/stop the presses/ladies drop your dresses." Some tracks just fall flat on the ground like the Mariah Carey assisted "Things That You Do", and and the weak hook on "S. Carter". Awkward moments are on this album like Dr. Dre appearing on the song "Watch Me" as Jigga doesn't shine lyrically on the track. "Come And Get Me" could have been shortened and condenced to three verses, since I've ever heard Jigga do a solo song lasting longer than 4 and a half minutes. Amil, Beanie Sigel, and Memphis Bleek colab with Jay for "Pop 4 Roc" and that fails causing me to loose my attention towards it.

Now there are some good songs on this album though. The first single "Do It Again (Put Ya Hands Up)" was probably a club banger back in late '99/early 2000 with the help of Beanie Sigel. "It's Hot (Some Like It Hot)" Jay turns to his lyrical side and it works somewhat on the better side on this track with rhymes like "I'm about a dollar, what the f*** is 50 Cents" (a response to 50's "How To Rob"). UGK hooks up with Jay on the hit single "Big Pimpin" that is one of the standout tracks (If you remember when it was on the radio/television, Jay had an extra verse, that is not on the album). Mostly the production on this CD saves it from being a failure. "Snoop Track" featuring Juvenile is one of those tracks that carries a good beat.

The bonus tracks "Jigga My N****" appeared on the Ruff Ryders first comp album and "Girls Best Friend" appeared on the Blue Streak Sndtrk. A couple of bonus songs that are better than the ones on the album.

As I said before Jay-Z is capable of doing much better. Many Jigga fans want to hear the same man that was on Reasonable Doubt, and this album is far from what that is. The production saves this from being a complete failure in my opinion. Luckly Jigga stepped his rhymes back up on future albums. If you want to hear more Jay-Z or you have never bought this album and are curious, I recommend this to you. Otherwise pick up other Jigga albums.

Lyrics: D+
Production: B-
Guest Appearances: C
Musical Vibes: C-

Favorite Tracks: Do It Again (Put Yo Hands Up), It's Hot (Some Like It Hot), Snoopy Track, Big Pimpin', Jigga My N****, Girls Best Friend

stop hatin .......2006-06-23

jay held it down this summer as always with so many hits. this album was jacked off the internet so he had to make 5 songs in 2 days. I think that is amazing.

rip pacman that is bullsh*t.......2006-06-20

ok i can deal with you saying that this album is average even though i feel it is a very solid album not near the quality of reasonable doubt but it is worth picking up and as far as calling UGK "average texas rappers" thats like calling 2pac an average west coast rapper thats bullsh*t

Average customer rating:

Excellent CD!
Best cd i ever bought
Brother Pimping backround music is a ripoff
awesome
bigdaddy

Vol. 3: Life and Times of S. Carter
Jay-Z
Manufacturer: Roc-a-Fella
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

East Coast | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

Gangsta & Hardcore | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
Similar Items:

The Dynasty Roc la Familia
Vol. 2, Hard Knock Life [Edited Version]
The Blueprint
In My Lifetime, Vol. 1
Reasonable Doubt

ASIN: B00003NHAU
Release Date: 1999-12-28

Tracks:

Hova Song (Intro)
So Ghetto
Do It Again (Put Ya Hands Up)
Dope Man
Things That U Do
It's Hot (Some Like It Hot)
Snoopy Track
S. Carter
Pop 4 Roc
Watch Me
Big Pimpin'
There's Been A Murder
Come And Get Me
NYMP
Hova Song (Outro)

Amazon.com

Customer Reviews:

Excellent CD!.......2003-11-25

This CD is great! Jay-Z is definatly a hip-hop superstar, and he's a great lyricist. There's nice beats on here, and great guest appearences by memphis bleek, Beanie Sigel, Amil, Dre.Dre, and UGK. This does have great tracks, and I'll rate them:

So Ghetto: Very nice in lyrics and a tight beat to fit, nice way to start the album. 5/5

Do It Again: This is nice too, and it's got a catchy chorus. 4/5

Dope Man: Really like this one. He's still got great lyrics. 5/5

Things that you do: Ah, this one is okay, not the best. I'm not a big fan of Mariah Carey. 3/5

It's Hot: Can't stop it while it's hot!!! 5/5

Snoopy Track: weird name, but a great track! Great chorus too! 5/5

S.Carter: Nice lyrics, a beat, and great chorus. 5/5

Pop 4 Roc: I don't care for this, it's not that good. 2/5

Watch Me: Great track wit Dre.Dre! 5/5

Big Pimpin: Awesome!! Love the beat, and some really tight lyrics! nice! 6/5

There's been a Murder: Love this too. It's really great. a highlight fo'sho. 5/5

Come and Get Me: Nice track, Jay-z is still sounding great. 5/5

NYMP: Haven't listened to it enough, but sounds good.

So overall, this is a tight album. You won't be disappionted. And the intro and outro are great too. definatly a classic.

Best cd i ever bought.......2000-09-19

i like every song on this cd and i got my moneys worth without a doubt

Brother Pimping backround music is a ripoff.......2000-07-18

The background music of Brother Pimpin (track #11) belongs to an Egyptian musician. I used to listen to that tune years ago when I was a kid growing up in the Middle East. I thought that some credit would be given to that artist, but none was to be found in the JAY-Z's CD. Isn't it illegal for an artist to do that? Or at least a credit should have been given to the Egyptian artist. I just thought that this was just a rip off.

awesome.......2000-07-05

This cd is awesome i recommend that you buy this cd if your thinking about it. My favorite song on the album is Big Pimpin, and S.Carter.

bigdaddy.......2000-04-01

i think that this was a very terrific review. i also do think that it will draw alot attention all across the country.