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Masquerade

Wyclef Jean · 2002

69 min · 22 tracks · contemporary R&B · pop rap · East Coast hip-hop

A vibrant fusion of hip-hop, reggae, and R&B layered with introspective narratives and social commentary.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • introspective narrative exploration
  • vibrant storytelling experience
  • engaging wave-like pacing

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2002, 'Masquerade' was Wyclef Jean's third studio album, following his successful solo debut 'The Carnival' in 1997 and the commercially acclaimed 'The Ecleftic: 2 Sides II a Book' in 2000. At this point in his career, Jean was solidifying his reputation as a versatile artist who blended genres while addressing important cultural issues.
Stylistic neighbors
Lauryn Hill· Q-Tip· Common

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Message to the Streets 0:57
  • 2 Peace God 3:51
  • 3 PJ’s 3:59
  • 4 80 Bars 4:31
  • 5 Masquerade 3:59
  • 6 1‒800‒Henchman 0:12
  • 7 You Say Keep It Gangsta 3:58
  • 8 Party Like I Party 3:46
  • 9 Oh What a Night 4:01
  • 10 Hot 93.1 0:04
  • 11 Pussycat 3:49
  • 12 Midnight Lovers 0:07
  • 13 Two Wrongs 3:50
  • 14 Instant Request 0:20
  • 15 Thug Like Me 4:45
  • 16 Daddy 3:30
  • 17 Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door 4:01
  • 18 The Eulogy 0:40
  • 19 War No More 3:59
  • 20 The Mix Show 4:36
  • 21 MVP Kompa 5:10
  • 22 Ghetto Racine (PJ’s Creole mix) 5:26

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