Doo Wop (That Thing) cover

Doo Wop (That Thing)

Lauryn Hill · 1998

25 min · 6 tracks · hip-hop · reggae · soul

A vibrant fusion of hip-hop and soul, underpinned by infectious grooves and empowering messages.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • infectious grooves for dancing
  • empowering messages for motivation
  • steady flow for focused listening
  • short bursts of energizing fun

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking lengthy, immersive experiences
  • prefer standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
Doo Wop (That Thing) was Lauryn Hill's debut solo single following her success with The Fugees. Released in July 1998, it marked a significant transition as she established her unique voice outside the group. This track set the tone for her critically acclaimed album, 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,' which would follow a month later.
Stylistic neighbors
Erykah Badu· Janelle Monáe· India.Arie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Doo Wop (That Thing) (radio edit) 4:01
  • 2 Lost Ones (album version) 4:25
  • 3 Lost Ones (remix) 4:18
  • 4 Doo Wop (That Thing) (instrumental) 4:02
  • 5 Doo Wop (That Thing) (a cappella) 4:02
  • 6 Lost Ones (remix instrumental) 4:14

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