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In 1990 Grand Daddy I.U., the Barry White of Hip Hop, had cats shook with his dope yet underappreciated debut album Smooth Assassin. NYC radio showed I.U. love rotating 'Sugar Free', because the song had that modified-new-jack-swing sound that exploded between `89 and `92. After his brother, DJ Kay Cee, convinced him to make a demo, I.U. was signed to Cold Chillin? Records. I.U.?s association with the Juice Crew (Big Daddy Kane, Biz Markie, Kool G Rap, Roxanne Shante, MC Shan, Masta Ace and Craig G) gave people an idea of his capabilities. Smooth Assassin dropped and emerging NY rappers saw a glimpse into raps? future that placed clever rhymes ahead of showmanship and gaudy clothing. Lyrically I.U. wrecked the competition with punchy lines that bounce on Markie?s drum pattern and float over these classic piano keys. Smooth Assassin was entirely produced by the legendary Biz Markie with help from his DJ Cutmaster Cool V, recorded at the infamous Power Play Studios in Queens and engineered by DJ Doc of B.D.P. fame. If you?ve ever wondered what I.U. stood for, well it?s his real name. If you ever wondered when this rare yet classic album from the Cold Chillin? vaults would get the reissue it deserves, well, the time is now.