Le Tour de la question
MC Solaar · 1998
90 min · 25 tracks · French hip-hop · political hip-hop · jazz rap
Eloquent wordplay dances over jazzy beats, blending social commentary with catchy hooks in a vibrant French hip-hop landscape.
Why this album works
'Le Tour de la question' is notable for its commercial success, debuting at number one on the French charts and maintaining high positions for weeks. The album's intricate lyrics and jazz-infused production contributed to its acclaim, further cementing MC Solaar's influence in the genre and introducing a more poetic approach to hip-hop that inspired subsequent artists.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released in 1998, 'Le Tour de la question' was MC Solaar's fourth album, following the critically acclaimed 'Prose Combat' from 1994. By this point, Solaar had solidified his reputation as a leading figure in French hip-hop, known for his sophisticated lyricism and innovative sound, making this album both a continuation of his artistic journey and an exploration of new themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Nitro 0:28
- 2 Zoom 3:15
- 3 À dix de mes disciples Standout 3:49
- 4 Onzième commandement 2:56
- 5 La Concubine de l'hémoglobine Standout 4:39
- 6 Paradisiaque 3:35
- 7 Qui sème le vent récolte le tempo Standout 3:02
- 8 Tournicoti 3:52
- 9 Séquelles 3:35
- 10 Caroline 5:11
- 11 Obsolète 3:22
- 12 Quand le soleil devient froid 3:56
Disc 2
- 1 Illico presto 4:02
- 2 Gangster moderne 4:03
- 3 Nouveau western 4:35
- 4 La 5ème saison 3:50
- 5 Bouge de là 3:07
- 6 Victime de la mode 2:52
- 7 Wonderbra 2:45
- 8 Les temps changent 3:41
- 9 Galaktika 3:36
- 10 Dakota 3:41
- 11 Les boys bandent 3:25
- 12 Protège-tibia 4:26
- 13 Les temps changent (final) 4:49
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