?? RARE NFL x RAP Crossover Collectible! ?? Signed ?Against the Grain? by Eugene ?Mercury? Morris ? Gifted to Rap Legend El Green! This is a once-in-a-lifetime cultural relic ? a 1988 first edition copy of ?Against the Grain? personally signed and gifted by Miami Dolphins superstar Eugene ?Mercury? Morris to legendary early rapper El Green, best known for his European chart-topping hit ?Sexy Baby.? ? This is not just a book ? it?s a meeting point between NFL greatness and rap royalty, a historic crossover between two worlds. El Green and Mercury Morris were both pioneers in their fields, and this book is the only known surviving collectible directly linking them. ?? Hand-signed by Mercury Morris with a personal inscription to El Green. The signature is bold and un-faded, making this an irreplaceable piece of sports and music history. When looking at the autograph also notice ?03? in the top right hand corner, which I personally believe indicates the year that this book was given by him in a personal setting or possibly TV interview. ? Artifacts from El Green have become extremely difficult to find, as he has quietly remained one of the most mysterious and respected names in early rap history. One of his rare vinyl singles recently sold for hundreds of dollars, proving how coveted his memorabilia is among collectors and hip-hop historians. ?? Eugene ?Mercury? Morris has since passed away, and while his incredible legacy lives on, the value of his autographed items ? especially in the realm of Hollywood and sports memorabilia ? has surged dramatically in recent years. ? The combination of these two iconic and nearly impossible-to-find legends on one personally gifted, signed collectible makes this an unrepeatable piece of history. ? Condition Notice: This book has visible wear from decades of real life and legacy ? with staining, watermarks, stains, scratches , and binding wear. But this patina only adds to the authenticity and raw history of the piece. It?s a true survivor artifact. ? Features: ? Genuine 1988 hardcover first edition ? Personally autographed by Mercury Morris ? Gifted directly to rapper El Green ? One-of-a-kind historic crossover collectible ? Signed memorabilia from both NFL rap history ? Mercury Morris is deceased, increasing long-term value ? Incredible display or museum piece potential ? Ships lightning fast and packed extremely carefully for preservation and protection. ? I offer same-day shipping whenever possible. Do not miss your chance to own one of the most culturally rare and powerful collectibles ever offered ? bridging the worlds of pro football, early hip-hop, and Hollywood legacy. Feel free to reach out with any questions or to request additional photos of the signature or book details. #NFLHistory #RapLegends #HipHopMemorabilia #EugeneMorris #ElGreen #AutographedBook #SignedCollectible #MiamiDolphins #RareFind #HipHopHistory #1980sCollectibles #FootballMeetsRap #HollywoodLegends ?? 1988 Against the Grain SIGNED by Eugene ?Mercury? Morris NFL x Rap History ??