Roses
OutKast · 2004
9 min · 2 tracks · hip-hop · Southern hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop
A smooth blend of Southern hip-hop with playful yet pointed lyricism layered over lush instrumentation.
Roses is a single by OutKast, released in 2004. A smooth blend of Southern hip-hop with playful yet pointed lyricism layered over lush instrumentation. 'Roses' received significant critical acclaim and commercial success, peaking at number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100. Its innovative composition and memorable lyrics contributed to OutKast winning the Grammy Award for Best Duo/Group Performance in 2005, solidifying their influence in the hip-hop scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Roses sound like?
A smooth blend of Southern hip-hop with playful yet pointed lyricism layered over lush instrumentation. Rooted in hip-hop and Southern hip-hop.
What makes Roses by OutKast notable?
'Roses' received significant critical acclaim and commercial success, peaking at number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100. Its innovative composition and memorable lyrics contributed to OutKast winning the Grammy Award for Best Duo/Group Performance in 2005, solidifying their influence in the hip-hop scene. Released on May 25, 2004, 'Roses' was part of OutKast's double album, 'Speakerboxxx/The Love Below.' At this point in their career, OutKast was already established as a leading force in hip-hop following their breakthrough albums like 'Stankonia,' which had set new standards for genre-blending and creativity.
How many songs are on Roses?
Roses has 2 tracks, running approximately 9 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Roses Standout 6:12
- 2 Church Standout 3:29
Release Date
May 25, 2004
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
9 min 41 sec
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