Cancer 4 Cure
El-P · 2012
49 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop · rapping
A raw, aggressive fusion of intricate beats and introspective lyricism that challenges conventional hip-hop norms.
Cancer 4 Cure is an album by El-P, released in 2012. A raw, aggressive fusion of intricate beats and introspective lyricism that challenges conventional hip-hop norms. 'Cancer 4 Cure' received widespread critical acclaim, debuting at number 50 on the Billboard 200 and being hailed for its innovative sound. It contributed significantly to the rise of independent hip-hop, influencing a generation of artists with its daring production and lyrical depth. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Cancer 4 Cure sound like?
A raw, aggressive fusion of intricate beats and introspective lyricism that challenges conventional hip-hop norms. Rooted in hip-hop and rapping.
What makes Cancer 4 Cure by El-P notable?
'Cancer 4 Cure' received widespread critical acclaim, debuting at number 50 on the Billboard 200 and being hailed for its innovative sound. It contributed significantly to the rise of independent hip-hop, influencing a generation of artists with its daring production and lyrical depth. By the time 'Cancer 4 Cure' was released in 2012, El-P was firmly established as a leading figure in underground hip-hop, following his critically acclaimed album 'I'll Sleep When You're Dead' from 2007. This release marked his return after a five-year hiatus during which he expanded his influence through production work for other artists and his label, Definitive Jux.
How many songs are on Cancer 4 Cure?
Cancer 4 Cure has 12 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Request Denied 4:32
- 2 The Full Retard Standout 3:39
- 3 Works Every Time 3:35
- 4 Drones Over BKLYN Standout 5:49
- 5 Oh Hail No 3:41
- 6 Tougher Colder Killer Standout 3:39
- 7 True Story 3:14
- 8 The Jig Is Up 3:18
- 9 Sign Here 2:51
- 10 For My Upstairs Neighbor (Mums the Word) 3:15
- 11 Stay Down 3:10
- 12 $4 VIC / Nothing But You+Me (FTL) 8:23
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