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Hip Hop and the World We Live In

Aceyalone · 2002

55 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · trip hop

Innovative beats and introspective lyrics merge, creating a vivid tapestry of alternative hip-hop wisdom.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow with varied intensity
  • introspective lyrics for deep thought
  • innovative beats that inspire contemplation
  • for reflective afternoon listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time Aceyalone released 'Hip Hop and the World We Live In' in 2002, he was establishing himself as a key figure in underground hip-hop following his earlier work with Freestyle Fellowship. This album marked a continuation of his artistic evolution after the critically acclaimed 'A Book of Human Language' in 1995, showcasing his unique style that blends experimental sounds with socially conscious themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Pete Rock· Busdriver· Common

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Introduction 2:38
  • 2 I Think I Know Too Much 4:10
  • 3 Future Rockers 4:20
  • 4 Rapps on Deck 3:02
  • 5 Art Club 3:06
  • 6 Dirty Birdie 5:12
  • 7 Shooby Dooby 4:14
  • 8 Blink Blink 3:25
  • 9 Scribble on a Clean Surface 3:51
  • 10 Organic Electricity 5:21
  • 11 Bigger They Come 4:51
  • 12 Not When You Get Down 4:18
  • 13 Say 3:43
  • 14 Jack of All Trades 3:28

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