Who's That Girl?: A Memoir

4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars | 148 ratings

Price: 22.04

Last update: 12-23-2024


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The definitive autobiography from Eve, the multiplatinum, Grammy Award-winning, Emmy-nominated rapper, singer-songwriter, actor, mother, philanthropist, and entrepreneur.

In 1999, Eve Jihan Cooper made history with her solo debut album, Let There Be Eve…Ruff Ryders’ First Lady, reaching number one on the Billboard 200, marking her as the third female rapper to ever obtain that position. She later made history again as the first recipient ever of the Grammy Awardfor Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for her platinum single “Let Me Blow Ya Mind” with Gwen Stefani. Following up with three chart-topping albums that made unrivaled waves in the world of hip-hop and music, as well as trailblazing moments in TV/film and fashion, Eve now looks back on her groundbreaking career.

West Philadelphia was not for the faint of heart—Eve knows that better than anyone. However, she navigated those Philly streets (and later the rest of the world) seamlessly, though it was not without strength and resilience. She incorporates that unbridled ambition into every bar that she writes and every stage/set that she stands on. With a gritty realness that speaks to her style, she shares her experiences going from the Mill Creek Projects to Hollywood. In this memoir, Eve delves into her entrance as "Eve of Destruction" into a male-dominated hip-hop industry, the deeper story behind Scorpion that was never told until now, and the internal battle with her music, her label, and herself after Lip Lock.

This fearless, empowering, and inspirational memoir from hip-hop sensation Eve explores her rise to stardom as a female MC, her lasting legacy on pop culture and music, and her incredible yet enduring struggle balancing her personal life with her professional one.


Top reviews from the United States

Constance
5.0 out of 5 stars Eve’s Story is Raw and Transformative, Great Read
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2024
Definitely worth the read! Eve’s story just feels so real and authentic. I couldn’t put the book down. Worth the read!
Queen Alika
5.0 out of 5 stars E-V-E
Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2024
Great read, I just wish it was a lot longer. It felt like she left a lot out. My favorite chapters were her upbringing, growing up inu Philly because I'm a native myself. I also admire and respected her drive for success at a young age. It's amazing how she knew what she wanted to do as a career and just kept working at it until she succeeded. It's a must read book.
Aaron
4.0 out of 5 stars I enjoyed it
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2024
When I learned that Eve was releasing an autobiography, I knew I had to get my hands on it. I've been a fan of hers since her days with Ruff Ryders. Overall, I found the book to be a captivating read. I appreciated how she shared new insights about herself that I hadn’t known before. She opened up about her life and displayed her vulnerability, which made for an incredible reading experience.

However, there were a couple of aspects I found disappointing. For instance, she was quite secretive about certain details, particularly the identity of the person involved in her toxic relationship, even though it was widely speculated to be Stevie J. Additionally, when she mentioned hiring a private investigator to uncover who leaked information, she left that part unresolved, which left me wanting more clarity.

Lastly, I noticed the narrative jumped around quite a bit in terms of time. In the earlier chapters, she discussed her experiences with Ruff Ryders, only to return to that same period later on. The same pattern occurred with her time on the set of her TV show, where she would shift back and forth in the timeline. Despite these minor issues, it was still a worthwhile read.
TSimp
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2024
As a fan of Eve’s music and overall career, I was excited to read her memoir. It did not disappoint. It was great to reminisce on the things I knew and to hear about the other things I’d never known about her. As well, I enjoyed all of the references to those who played major roles in her life. The memoir was well written and well put together, and I appreciated what she shared, as well as her transparency.

And as I always say, I love a memoir that reads and narrates as if the author is having a conversation with me.
Carmen Dennis
5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2024
I am so happy my book club chose this book as our first read. Eve went thru and achieved so much in her life. She finally found her self and her much deserved happiness.
DW
3.0 out of 5 stars Book is for EVE fans
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2024
This book is just okay, she talks about her time in Ruff Ryders, she is very modest when telling her story, no gossip, if you are a fan of Eve it tells HER story and leaves everyone else out of it.
Laura
5.0 out of 5 stars Strong, empowering storytelling
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2024
This was so well done. I read a lot of memoirs and this one was super succinct which I think is rare—memoirs tend to get really naval gazey and this just felt like Eve had a story to tell and she told it. No hard knock life saga, minimal developmental trauma, and a clear sight and straight line (ish) to being a performer and entrepreneur. The woman knew what she wanted and did what she had to do to get there. Very determined and focused. The parts I enjoyed most were where she highlights some weaknesses, things she could have done better, and then her growth as a person to getting to do the things she wanted on her own terms and setting boundaries. She talks about her anxiety, substance abuse, and codependency, which felt relatable but not too damaging. And in the end she gets the family she always wanted which is beautiful. The sequencing was cohesive and storytelling was compelling but not devastating as so many memoirs can be. Knowing this was co-written with @kath3000, there are definitely moments where it was clear Kathy sculpted the language to empower Eve’s pov and portray her as the strong, talented female artist she is, but may be too modest to say with as much eloquence and gravitas. So bravo on a great co-writing team. Get your hands on this one and grab the audio, too — read by Eve!
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Laura
5.0 out of 5 stars Strong, empowering storytelling
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2024
This was so well done. I read a lot of memoirs and this one was super succinct which I think is rare—memoirs tend to get really naval gazey and this just felt like Eve had a story to tell and she told it. No hard knock life saga, minimal developmental trauma, and a clear sight and straight line (ish) to being a performer and entrepreneur. The woman knew what she wanted and did what she had to do to get there. Very determined and focused. The parts I enjoyed most were where she highlights some weaknesses, things she could have done better, and then her growth as a person to getting to do the things she wanted on her own terms and setting boundaries. She talks about her anxiety, substance abuse, and codependency, which felt relatable but not too damaging. And in the end she gets the family she always wanted which is beautiful. The sequencing was cohesive and storytelling was compelling but not devastating as so many memoirs can be. Knowing this was co-written with @kath3000, there are definitely moments where it was clear Kathy sculpted the language to empower Eve’s pov and portray her as the strong, talented female artist she is, but may be too modest to say with as much eloquence and gravitas. So bravo on a great co-writing team. Get your hands on this one and grab the audio, too — read by Eve!
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Ayanna
4.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2024
The first third of the book was amazing. The second felt emotionally detached and missing something. The last third was sweet and cohesive. If it had been a little more emotionally forthcoming in the lacking chapters, it could help more women, but that's no easy task to lay yourself bare. I wish Eve all the best in life. Much respect and appreciation for sharing parts of her journey. May her second half be twice as joyous.

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