Crush of the Week: Lady Sovereign

I went to see Lady Sovereign in concert on Wednesday, and all I can say is that this woman is off the hook! The rapper (and a self-proclaimed feminist, I might add) from the UK is gritty, enthralling and powerful and I loved every minute of her performance. (Especially when she started jump-roping with her microphone cord. Another favorite moment was when a nearly 7-foot tall guy somersaulted from the stage to body surf only to land back-down on the floor – and pop right back up with glee. True story.)
As a hip hop lover, I have to say that it’s so refreshing to experience a great female hip hop artist again. After decades past of strong rappers like MC Lyte, Queen Latifah and Lauryn Hill, I felt like the last 10 years hasn’t had much new talent to offer to the genre – well, with the exception of Missy Elliot of course. (Lil’ Kim and Foxy Brown made it big too, but I was personally never a huge fan.)
In short, I’m glad that it seems lately that more talented female rhymers like Lady Sovereign and M.I.A. are getting the props they deserve. Any other female rappers out there who inspire you? Or simply get your blood pumping and booty on the dance floor?