Plug 1 & Plug 2 Present... First Serve
De La Soul · 2012
54 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop
A playful blend of nostalgic hip-hop and jazz-infused rhythms, celebrating the art of collaboration.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful interludes for casual listening
- dynamic progression with surprises
- nostalgic vibes for reflection
- engaging storytelling with humor
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, immediate tracks
- dislike playful, light-hearted themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2012, De La Soul had experienced significant shifts in their career, marked by a hiatus since their last studio album 'The Grind Date' in 2004. 'Plug 1 & Plug 2 Present... First Serve' represents a return for the group, showcasing a fresh collaborative approach with fellow artist plug 2, while simultaneously honoring their legacy.
- Stylistic neighbors
- A Tribe Called Quest· The Roots· J Dilla
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Opening Credits 3:37
- 2 Pushin’ Aside, Pushin’ Along 4:13
- 3 The Work 4:05
- 4 Small Disasters 2:38
- 5 We Made It 4:27
- 6 We Made It (interlude) 0:47
- 7 Must B the Music 4:07
- 8 Goon TV (interlude) 1:20
- 9 The Book of Life 3:59
- 10 Clash Symphony 3:23
- 11 Pop Life 5:15
- 12 Tennis 4:13
- 13 The Top Chefs 2:58
- 14 Backstage (interlude) 1:30
- 15 Move ’em In, Move ’em Out 5:06
- 16 Ending Credits 3:08
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