ATLiens cover

Released 30 years ago

ATLiens

OutKast · 1996

57 min · 15 tracks · hip-hop · Southern hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop

A cosmic blend of Southern funk and introspective lyricism wrapped in futuristic production.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • cosmic, introspective listening journeys
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • thoughtful, reflective moods

Where this album fits

Career context
ATLiens was OutKast's second studio album, released in 1996, following their successful debut, Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik. At this point, the duo was solidifying their unique sound and expanding their influence within the hip-hop genre. The album marked a transition into more experimental territory, showcasing their artistic growth.
Stylistic neighbors
A Tribe Called Quest· CeeLo Green· The Roots

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 You May Die (intro) 1:05
  • 2 Two Dope Boyz (in a Cadillac) 2:42
  • 3 ATLiens 3:50
  • 4 Wheelz of Steel 4:03
  • 5 Jazzy Belle 4:11
  • 6 Elevators (Me & You) 4:25
  • 7 Ova da Wudz 3:47
  • 8 Babylon 4:24
  • 9 Wailin’ 1:59
  • 10 Mainstream 5:18
  • 11 Decatur Psalm 3:58
  • 12 Millennium 3:09
  • 13 E.T. (Extraterrestrial) 3:06
  • 14 13th Floor/Growing Old 6:50
  • 15 Elevators (ONP 86 mix) 4:37

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