Shadows on the Sun
Brother Ali · 2003
66 min · 18 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop
Raw, introspective lyrics meld with soulful beats, creating a deeply personal hip-hop experience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- introspective lyrics for reflection
- deeply personal listening experience
- dynamic journey through emotions
- soulful beats for connection
Maybe skip if you want
- seek immediate gratification
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 2, 2003, 'Shadows on the Sun' was Brother Ali's second studio album, following his debut 'Rites of Passage.' At this point, he was solidifying his place in the underground hip-hop scene and showcasing his unique style that blends personal storytelling with social commentary.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Murs· Atmosphere· Talib Kweli
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Room With a View 3:50
- 2 Champion 4:06
- 3 Star Quality 5:20
- 4 Prince Charming 4:35
- 5 Win Some Lose Some 3:24
- 6 Pay Them Back 2:53
- 7 Blah Blah Blah 4:20
- 8 Shadows on the Sun 4:36
- 9 Prelude 1:17
- 10 Forest Whitiker 3:00
- 11 Bitchslap! 3:19
- 12 Back Stage Pacin' 3:51
- 13 When the Beat Comes 4:31
- 14 Missing Teeth 1:54
- 15 Dorian 3:50
- 16 Soul Whisper 1:49
- 17 Picket Fence 5:10
- 18 Victory! (Come Forward) 4:09
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