How You Sell Soul to a Soulless People Who Sold Their Soul? cover

How You Sell Soul to a Soulless People Who Sold Their Soul?

Public Enemy · 2007

185 min · 26 tracks · hardcore hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop · political hip-hop

A fierce blend of politically charged lyrics and hard-hitting beats reflecting societal struggles and resistance.

Why this album works

This album debuted at number 42 on the Billboard 200 and received critical acclaim for its unfiltered take on contemporary issues facing society. It solidified Public Enemy's status as pioneers of politically conscious hip-hop, influencing a new generation of artists who embraced similar themes in their work.
Best for
dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing exploration
Context
Released in 2007, this album marked Public Enemy's return after a six-year hiatus following 'Revolverlution' (2002). At this point, the group was navigating a changing hip-hop landscape while remaining committed to their roots in social commentary and activism. This album showcases their enduring relevance in a time when many artists had shifted focus away from political themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Busta Rhymes· Nas· KRS-One

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 How You Sell Soul to a Soulless People Who Sold Their Soul? 2:36
  • 2 Black Is Back Standout 2:42
  • 3 Harder Than You Think Standout 4:09
  • 4 Between Hard and a Rock Place 0:59
  • 5 Sex, Drugs & Violence 3:35
  • 6 Amerikan Gangster 4:03
  • 7 Can You Hear Me Now Standout 3:58
  • 8 Head Wide Shut 1:31
  • 9 Flavor Man 3:44
  • 10 The Enemy Battle Hymn of the Public 3:23
  • 11 Escapism 4:53
  • 12 Frankenstar 3:23
  • 13 Col‐Leepin 3:58
  • 14 Radiation of a RADIOTVMOVIE Nation 1:10
  • 15 See Something, Say Something 3:46
  • 16 Long and Whining Road 4:24
  • 17 Bridge of Pain 3:07
  • 18 Eve of Destruction 4:15
  • 19 How You Sell Soul (Time Is God Refrain) 2:31

Disc 2

  • 1 Where There’s Smoke… 1:00:00
  • 2 PE20 TOUR58: Power Energy, Planet Earth, Public Enemy 50:00
  • 3 Live @ BB King’s Footage 5:00
  • 4 The Story of the Public Enemy Comic Book 8:00
  • 5 Do You Wanna Go Our Way??? The Post 1999 PE Video Collection
  • 6 Photo Gallery
  • 7 SlamJamz Video Jukeboxx

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