De La Mix Tape: Remixes, Rarities and Classics
De La Soul · 2004
54 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop
A vibrant collage of remixes and rarities showcasing De La Soul's playful lyricism and eclectic production style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful lyricism with vibrant energy
- steady flow for easy listening
- nostalgic remixes with fresh twists
- great for casual hangouts
- engaging tracks for road trips
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy bangers
- prefer longer, cohesive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2004, 'De La Mix Tape' comes after the group's critically acclaimed album 'AOI: Bionix' from 2001. At this point in their career, De La Soul was navigating the changing landscape of hip-hop while celebrating their legacy through this compilation of remixes and lesser-known tracks. This album offers a retrospective glimpse into their artistry as they continued to influence the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- A Tribe Called Quest· The Roots· J Dilla
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stakes Is High (remix) 4:49
- 2 Oodles of O’s 3:32
- 3 Trouble in the Water 3:46
- 4 Piles and Piles of Demo Tapes Bi‐Da Miles (Conley’s Decision) 4:06
- 5 I.C. Y’all 3:20
- 6 Big Brother Beat 3:44
- 7 More Than U Know 4:25
- 8 Sweet Dreams 3:27
- 9 The Magic Number 3:16
- 10 Potholes in My Lawn (live 1996) 2:36
- 11 The Hustle 3:53
- 12 Itz Soweezee (Hot) (De La Soul remix) 4:38
- 13 Stakes Is High (DJ Spinna – original vocal) 4:41
- 14 My Myself and I (Badmarsh + Shri remix) 4:02
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