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If I Were President: My Haitian Experience

Wyclef Jean · 2010

27 min · 6 tracks · contemporary R&B · pop rap · East Coast hip-hop

A vibrant blend of hip-hop and reggae that reflects on political strife and personal experiences in Haiti.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady thematic progression throughout
  • engaging narrative on political issues
  • reflective moments of personal experience
  • short sessions for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, upbeat tracks
  • seek purely instrumental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2010, 'If I Were President: My Haitian Experience' marked Wyclef Jean's return to solo work after a hiatus following his 2007 album 'The Carnival II'. This project came shortly after the devastating earthquake in Haiti, where Jean sought to use his platform to address social issues and raise awareness about his homeland’s struggles.
Stylistic neighbors
Lauryn Hill· Q-Tip· Common

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Haitian Experience 5:42
  • 2 Earthquake 4:17
  • 3 Election Time 4:10
  • 4 Death Threats 4:37
  • 5 Prison for the K 3:50
  • 6 Election Time (Video) 4:40

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