No Place to Be
Matisyahu · 2006
95 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock · reggae
A fusion of reggae rhythms and introspective lyrics, blending spiritual themes with modern alternative rock sensibilities.
Why this album works
The album features the popular track 'King Without a Crown,' which helped Matisyahu achieve mainstream recognition, reaching number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100. Its blend of Jewish themes with reggae garnered attention and influenced a wave of crossover artists in the genre.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks reflective moments for introspection uplifting anthems for motivation
- Context
- Released on December 26, 2006, 'No Place to Be' is Matisyahu's second studio album, following his breakthrough debut 'Live at Stubb's' in 2005. This album solidified his unique position within the reggae genre while exploring deeper personal and spiritual themes, showcasing his artistic growth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mike Shinoda· Linkin Park· XXXTentacion· Kid Cudi· The Roots· Kevin Rudolf· Machine Gun Kelly· Beyoncé
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Jerusalem (Out of Darkness Comes Light) Standout 3:09
- 2 Chop 'em Down 3:45
- 3 Warrior Standout 4:41
- 4 Message in a Bottle 3:56
- 5 Jerusalem (Swisha House mix) 5:42
- 6 Youth (Smallstars remix) 4:33
- 7 Message in a Bottle (dub version) 4:46
Disc 2
- 1 Rastaman Chant 6:03
- 2 Lord Raise Me Up 6:08
- 3 Dispatch the Troops 3:57
- 4 Close My Eyes 5:16
- 5 Warrior Standout 13:15
- 6 Exaltation 7:03
- 7 Chop 'em Down 3:58
- 8 Late Night in Zion 3:07
- 9 Ancient Lullaby 5:35
- 10 King Without a Crown Standout 4:26
- 11 Heights 4:24
- 12 What I'm Fighting For 2:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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