What makes Check the Rhime by A Tribe Called Quest notable?

'Check the Rhime' is notable for its influential sound and lyrical depth, helping to define the alternative hip-hop genre. The track became a staple on college radio and received critical acclaim for its innovative production and cultural resonance, solidifying A Tribe Called Quest's status in hip-hop history. Released as part of A Tribe Called Quest's second studio album, 'Check the Rhime' followed their acclaimed debut, 'People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm.' At this point in their career, they were becoming pivotal figures in the alternative hip-hop scene, blending jazz samples with socially conscious lyrics.

Who is Check the Rhime for?

Check the Rhime works well if you're into short bursts of energetic fun, catchy hooks for group enjoyment and playful wordplay and clever rhythms.

How many songs are on Check the Rhime?

Check the Rhime has 5 tracks, running approximately 16 minutes.

Check the Rhime

A Tribe Called Quest · 1991

16 min · 5 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop

A vibrant fusion of jazz-infused beats and clever wordplay that encapsulates East Coast hip-hop's innovative spirit.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of energetic fun
catchy hooks for group enjoyment
playful wordplay and clever rhythms
dynamic listening for quick sessions

Maybe skip if you want

prefer longer, immersive albums
desire deep, introspective tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released as part of A Tribe Called Quest's second studio album, 'Check the Rhime' followed their acclaimed debut, 'People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm.' At this point in their career, they were becoming pivotal figures in the alternative hip-hop scene, blending jazz samples with socially conscious lyrics.
Stylistic neighbors: De La Soul· The Roots· Gang Starr