Live at Tramps, NYC, 1996
De La Soul · 2004
40 min · 15 tracks · hip-hop
A vibrant live showcase blending playful lyricism with jazzy beats, capturing the essence of De La Soul's unique sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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Breakadawn Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Me Myself and I — This track exemplifies De La Soul's introspective lyricism and innovative sampling, making it one of their signature songs that resonates with audiences.
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Stakes Is High — A critical commentary on the state of hip-hop and societal issues, this track showcases the group's thought-provoking lyrics and musical maturity.
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Potholes in My Lawn — With its playful narrative and catchy hook, this track highlights the group's signature humor and clever wordplay that characterize their style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant live energy throughout
- clever lyricism for engagement
- dynamic flow with audience connection
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
Maybe skip if you
- prefer studio polish and precision
- dislike interactive live performances
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Captures live essence but not a primary entry point or major recognition.
- Themes
- 1990s hip-hop nostalgia· live performance energy· New York City vibes
- Career context
- Released in 2004, this album captures a pivotal moment in De La Soul's career as their influence began to wane after their commercial peak in the 1990s. At this point, the group was revisiting their roots while navigating a rapidly changing hip-hop landscape, showcasing their enduring appeal through live performance.
- Stylistic neighbors
- A Tribe Called Quest· The Roots· J Dilla
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Stakes Is High
The chorus shifts from personal reflection to broader social critique, emphasizing the challenges faced in the hip-hop industry.
This structural shift allows the song to transition from individual experience to collective struggle, reinforcing its impactful message about authenticity in music.
Tracklist
- 1 Maseo Intro 0:42
- 2 Breakadawn Start here 3:02
- 3 Supa Emcees 3:09
- 4 Potholes in My Lawn 2:37
- 5 Big Brother Beat 3:57
- 6 Me Myself and I 2:19
- 7 Shwingalokate 1:48
- 8 Ego Trippin', Part 2 3:37
- 9 Oodles of O's 2:36
- 10 The Bitch in Yoo 1:37
- 11 The Bizness 4:21
- 12 Itzsoweezee (Hot) 2:15
- 13 Buddy 3:01
- 14 Stakes Is High 4:42
- 15 Goodbyes 0:48
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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