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Hits, Rarities & Remixes

A Tribe Called Quest · 2003

69 min · 19 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop

A vibrant compilation of jazz-infused beats and clever wordplay that encapsulates A Tribe Called Quest's innovative spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady groove for social gatherings
  • nostalgic vibes for long drives
  • clever wordplay for deep listening
  • remixed classics for fresh enjoyment
  • compilation of upbeat anthems

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking intense emotional narratives
  • prefer long, uninterrupted pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Hits, Rarities & Remixes' was released in 2003, A Tribe Called Quest had established themselves as pioneers in alternative hip-hop. This compilation followed their breakup in 1998 after their final studio album, 'The Love Movement', and served to celebrate their influential legacy while hinting at their potential reunion.
Stylistic neighbors
De La Soul· The Roots· Gang Starr

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Oh My God (remix) 4:00
  • 2 Award Tour 3:28
  • 3 Can I Kick It? 4:26
  • 4 One, Two, S**t 4:32
  • 5 Electric Relaxation 3:45
  • 6 Mr. Incognito 3:50
  • 7 I Left My Wallet in El Segundo 4:05
  • 8 Check the Rhime 3:37
  • 9 Lyrics to Go (Tumblin' Dice remix) 3:50
  • 10 Scenario 4:10
  • 11 Same Ol' Thing 4:23
  • 12 Buggin' Out 3:38
  • 13 Bonita Applebum 3:36
  • 14 Jazz (We've Got) 4:10
  • 15 Glamour & Glitz 3:38
  • 16 Clap Your Hands 3:33
  • 17 The Night He Got Caught 3:11
  • 18 Peace, Prosperity & Paper 4:00

Disc 2

  • 1 All the Classic Videos

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