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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

12 tracks·49:12

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

  • 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

Release Date

January 1, 2012

Genre

hip-hop, rapping

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

49 min 12 sec