Buddy
De La Soul · 1989
29 min · 6 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop
A vibrant fusion of playful lyricism and jazzy beats that defines the Native Tongues movement.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful vibes for group listening
- short bursts of energetic fun
- steady progression towards resolution
- catchy choruses for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer lengthy, deep explorations
- seek serious, introspective themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Buddy' was released in January 1989, De La Soul was on the rise following their groundbreaking debut album, '3 Feet High and Rising.' This single marked a significant moment in their career as it showcased their collaboration with other artists from the Native Tongue collective, solidifying their role in shaping alternative hip-hop during this period.
- Stylistic neighbors
- A Tribe Called Quest· The Roots· J Dilla
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Buddy (Native Tongue Decision) 7:17
- 2 Buddy (Native Tongue instrumental) 5:50
- 3 Ghetto Thang 3:45
- 4 Ghetto Thang (Ghetto Ximer) 3:55
- 5 Buddy 4:58
- 6 Ghetto Thang (Ghetto Ximer instrumental) 3:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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