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Food & Liquor II: The Great American Rap Album Pt. 1

Lupe Fiasco · 2012

68 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock · alternative hip-hop · Midwest hip-hop

A complex tapestry of introspective lyrics and eclectic beats that challenge societal norms and celebrate resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic flow with emotional peaks
  • introspective journeys through societal themes
  • engaging lyrical depth and complexity
  • thought-provoking moments for reflection
  • wave-like pacing for active listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek straightforward, catchy tunes

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Food & Liquor II: The Great American Rap Album Pt. 1' was released in 2012, Lupe Fiasco was navigating a tumultuous phase in his career following the commercial and critical success of his debut album. This project came after a three-year gap since his previous release, 'Lasers', which faced significant label interference and mixed reception, marking a return to more personal and politically charged themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Kendrick Lamar· J. Cole· Macklemore

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ayesha Says (intro) 1:56
  • 2 Strange Fruition 3:41
  • 3 ITAL (Roses) 4:24
  • 4 Around My Way (Freedom Ain't Free) 4:15
  • 5 Audubon Ballroom 4:40
  • 6 Bitch Bad 4:49
  • 7 Lamborghini Angels 3:16
  • 8 Put Em Up 3:56
  • 9 Heart Donor 4:00
  • 10 How Dare You 4:09
  • 11 Battle Scars 4:10
  • 12 Brave Heart 3:25
  • 13 Form Follows Function 4:22
  • 14 Cold War 6:27
  • 15 Unforgivable Youth 4:56
  • 16 Hood Now (outro) 6:21
  • 17 Things We Must Do for Others 0:12

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