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Released 20 years ago

Rebirth of a Nation

Public Enemy · 2006

65 min · 16 tracks · hardcore hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop · political hip-hop

A fiery blend of hard-hitting beats and politically charged lyrics that challenge societal norms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • wave-like pacing and intensity
  • thought-provoking lyrical content
  • immersive listening sessions
  • challenging societal norms

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, 'Rebirth of a Nation' marked Public Enemy's return after a five-year hiatus following 'There's a Poison Goin' On' in 2002. By this time, the group had shifted dynamics with member Professor Griff rejoining, reflecting changes in their sound and message while still maintaining their intense political stance.
Stylistic neighbors
KRS-One· Nas· A Tribe Called Quest

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Raw Shit 4:16
  • 2 Hard Rhymin’ 4:41
  • 3 Rise 4:08
  • 4 Can’t Hold Us Back 5:07
  • 5 Hard Truth Soldiers 4:18
  • 6 Hannibal Lecture 3:50
  • 7 Rebirth of a Nation 3:27
  • 8 Pump the Music, Pump the Sound 2:28
  • 9 Make It Hardcore 5:16
  • 10 They Call Me Flavor 3:09
  • 11 Plastic Nation 3:03
  • 12 Coinsequences 4:19
  • 13 Invisible Man 4:28
  • 14 Hell No (We Ain’t Alright) (Paris remix) 4:31
  • 15 Watch the Door 3:35
  • 16 Field Nigga Boogie (XLR8R remix) 5:10

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