Negrophilia: The Album cover

Negrophilia: The Album

Mike Ladd · 2005

47 min · 11 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant fusion of hip-hop, spoken word, and avant-garde elements that challenges cultural narratives through sharp lyricism.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Field Work (The Ethnographer's Daughter) — This opening track sets the stage with its intricate storytelling and social commentary, revealing the complexities of identity through a personal lens.
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    Blonde Negress — This track juxtaposes imagery and themes of race and gender, creating a thought-provoking narrative that critiques societal perceptions.
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    Sleep Patterns of Black Expatriots Circa 1960 — Using historical references, this track explores the diasporic experience, showcasing Ladd's ability to weave past influences into contemporary discourse.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Field Work (The Ethnographer's Daughter) 5:31
  • 2 The French Dig Latinos, Too 5:17
  • 3 In Perspective 7:00
  • 4 Shake It 3:19
  • 5 Worldwide Shrinkwrap (Contact Zones) 3:40
  • 6 Back at Ya 4:04
  • 7 Appropriated Metro 1:29
  • 8 Blonde Negress 3:22
  • 9 Sam and Milli Dine Out 4:44
  • 10 Nancy and Carl Go Christmas Shopping 4:01
  • 11 Sleep Patterns of Black Expatriots Circa 1960 5:10

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