Do You Want More?!!!??!
The Roots · 1995
73 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · funk · hip-hop
A vibrant fusion of live instrumentation and sharp lyricism that redefined hip-hop's boundaries.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released on January 17, 1995, 'Do You Want More?!!!??!' was The Roots' second studio album, following their acclaimed debut 'Organix.' At this point in their career, The Roots were establishing themselves as a pioneering force in alternative hip-hop, blending jazz and funk elements with conscious lyrics and live instrumentation, diverging from the era's prevalent sampling techniques.
- If you like
- alternative rock, funk, hip-hop
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Do You Want More?!!!??! is an album by The Roots, released in 1995. A vibrant fusion of live instrumentation and sharp lyricism that redefined hip-hop's boundaries. 'Do You Want More?!!!??!' received critical acclaim for its innovative sound and complexity, significantly influencing the underground hip-hop scene. It peaked at number 50 on the Billboard 200 and helped solidify The Roots' reputation as one of the most creative groups in hip-hop, paving the way for future artists exploring similar fusions of genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Do You Want More?!!!??! sound like?
A vibrant fusion of live instrumentation and sharp lyricism that redefined hip-hop's boundaries. Rooted in alternative rock and funk.
What makes Do You Want More?!!!??! by The Roots notable?
'Do You Want More?!!!??!' received critical acclaim for its innovative sound and complexity, significantly influencing the underground hip-hop scene. It peaked at number 50 on the Billboard 200 and helped solidify The Roots' reputation as one of the most creative groups in hip-hop, paving the way for future artists exploring similar fusions of genres. Released on January 17, 1995, 'Do You Want More?!!!??!' was The Roots' second studio album, following their acclaimed debut 'Organix.' At this point in their career, The Roots were establishing themselves as a pioneering force in alternative hip-hop, blending jazz and funk elements with conscious lyrics and live instrumentation, diverging from the era's prevalent sampling techniques.
Who is Do You Want More?!!!??! for?
Do You Want More?!!!??! works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and layered, dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on Do You Want More?!!!??!?
Do You Want More?!!!??! has 16 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro / There’s Something Goin’ On 1:18
- 2 Proceed Standout 4:35
- 3 Distortion to Static Standout 4:18
- 4 Mellow My Man Standout 4:41
- 5 I Remain Calm 4:08
- 6 Datskat 3:40
- 7 Lazy Afternoon 5:06
- 8 ? vs. Rahzel 3:18
- 9 Do You Want More?!!!??! 3:21
- 10 What Goes On, Pt. 7 5:32
- 11 Essaywhuman?!!!??! 4:59
- 12 Swept Away 3:50
- 13 You Ain’t Fly 4:42
- 14 Silent Treatment 6:52
- 15 The Lesson, Pt. 1 5:12
- 16 The Unlocking 8:11
Release Date
January 17, 1995
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
73 min 51 sec
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