Late Registration
Kanye West · 2005
70 min · 21 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul
A lush tapestry of soulful samples and incisive lyrics that blend personal introspection with social commentary.
Why this album works
'Late Registration' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and has since been certified multi-platinum. Its single 'Gold Digger' topped the charts and showcased West's ability to blend commercial success with critical acclaim, influencing a generation of artists and the direction of hip-hop production.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks reflective moments for personal introspection engaging storytelling through diverse tracks
- Context
- Released on August 30, 2005, 'Late Registration' was Kanye West's second album, following his groundbreaking debut 'The College Dropout.' At this point in his career, West was solidifying his status as a leading figure in hip-hop, experimenting with orchestral arrangements and deeper themes that set the stage for his future work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Miley Cyrus· Demi Lovato· Lady Gaga· Mandy Moore· Pitbull· Kesha· Panic! at the Disco· Taylor Swift
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wake Up Mr. West 0:41
- 2 Heard ’Em Say 3:24
- 3 Touch the Sky Standout 3:57
- 4 Gold Digger Standout 3:28
- 5 Skit #1 0:34
- 6 Drive Slow 4:33
- 7 My Way Home 1:44
- 8 Crack Music 4:31
- 9 Roses 4:06
- 10 Bring Me Down 3:19
- 11 Addiction 4:27
- 12 Skit #2 0:31
- 13 Diamonds From Sierra Leone (remix) 3:53
- 14 We Major 7:29
- 15 Skit #3 0:24
- 16 Hey Mama Standout 5:05
- 17 Celebration 3:18
- 18 Skit #4 1:19
- 19 Gone 6:03
- 20 Diamonds From Sierra Leone 3:59
- 21 Late 3:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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