Gravitas
Talib Kweli · 2013
44 min · 11 tracks · alternative hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop
A reflective blend of intricate lyricism and soulful production that captures Kweli's sharp intellect and social consciousness.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with reflective depth
- thought-provoking lyrics for contemplation
- soulful production with emotional weight
- for focused listening sessions
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer standalone hits over cohesion
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Gravitas' was released in January 2013, Talib Kweli was already an established figure in hip-hop, known for his work with Mos Def as Black Star and his solo efforts like 'Quality' (2002). This album marked his first release since joining the label Javotti Media, showcasing his continued evolution as an artist committed to addressing social issues through music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Common· Black Thought· J. Cole
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Inner Monologue 3:47
- 2 Demonology 3:55
- 3 State of Grace 5:55
- 4 Violations 3:37
- 5 Rare Portraits 3:51
- 6 New Leaders 5:06
- 7 The Wormhole 4:10
- 8 What's Real 4:27
- 9 Art Imitates Life 3:47
- 10 Lover's Peak 1:59
- 11 Colors of You 3:27
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