Carnival Vol. II: Memoirs of an Immigrant
Wyclef Jean · 2007
61 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B · pop rap · East Coast hip-hop
A vibrant fusion of hip-hop, reggae, and R&B that reflects the immigrant experience with lyrical depth and eclectic beats.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional dynamics
- celebratory rhythms for gatherings
- reflective moments during travel
- extended jams for deep listening
- lyrical depth in storytelling
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer immediate gratification
- seek straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, this album marks Wyclef Jean's follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'The Preacher's Son' (2004). At this point in his career, Jean was embracing a more global perspective, drawing from his Haitian roots while addressing themes of immigration and identity. This creative shift showcased his versatility as an artist who continually evolved beyond the boundaries of traditional hip-hop.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lauryn Hill· Q-Tip· Common
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:28
- 2 Riot (Trouble Again) 5:15
- 3 Sweetest Girl (Dollar Bill) 3:59
- 4 Welcome to the East 4:18
- 5 Slow Down 5:17
- 6 King and Queen 3:23
- 7 Fast Car 4:03
- 8 What About the Baby 3:36
- 9 Hollywood Meets Bollywood (Immigration) 4:05
- 10 Any Other Day 4:11
- 11 Heaven’s in New York 4:47
- 12 Selena 4:04
- 13 Touch Your Button Carnival Jam 13:29
- 14 Outro 0:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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