Aquemini
OutKast · 1998
74 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop · Southern hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop
A seamless blend of Southern funk, intricate storytelling, and innovative production that redefined hip-hop aesthetics.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released on September 28, 1998, 'Aquemini' is OutKast's third studio album, following their breakthrough 'ATLiens' in 1996. At this point in their career, André 3000 and Big Boi solidified their reputation as pioneers in the hip-hop genre, showcasing their unique lyrical styles and eclectic musical influences.
- If you like
- hip-hop, Southern hip-hop, East Coast hip-hop
Aquemini is an album by OutKast, released in 1998. A seamless blend of Southern funk, intricate storytelling, and innovative production that redefined hip-hop aesthetics. 'Aquemini' received widespread critical acclaim and is often cited as one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. It peaked at number two on the Billboard 200 and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album, further establishing OutKast as influential figures in music and culture. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Aquemini sound like?
A seamless blend of Southern funk, intricate storytelling, and innovative production that redefined hip-hop aesthetics. Rooted in hip-hop and Southern hip-hop.
What makes Aquemini by OutKast notable?
'Aquemini' received widespread critical acclaim and is often cited as one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. It peaked at number two on the Billboard 200 and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album, further establishing OutKast as influential figures in music and culture. Released on September 28, 1998, 'Aquemini' is OutKast's third studio album, following their breakthrough 'ATLiens' in 1996. At this point in their career, André 3000 and Big Boi solidified their reputation as pioneers in the hip-hop genre, showcasing their unique lyrical styles and eclectic musical influences.
Who is Aquemini for?
Aquemini works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and layered, dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on Aquemini?
Aquemini has 16 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hold On, Be Strong 1:11
- 2 Return of the “G” 4:49
- 3 Rosa Parks Standout 5:24
- 4 Skew It on the Bar‐B Standout 3:14
- 5 Aquemini 5:19
- 6 Synthesizer 5:11
- 7 Slump 5:08
- 8 West Savannah 4:03
- 9 Da Art of Storytellin’, Part 1 3:42
- 10 Da Art of Storytellin’, Part 2 2:47
- 11 Mamacita 5:52
- 12 SpottieOttieDopaliscious Standout 7:06
- 13 Y’all Scared 4:50
- 14 Nathaniel 1:09
- 15 Liberation 8:45
- 16 Chonkyfire 6:10
Release Date
September 28, 1998
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
74 min 48 sec
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