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The Best of A Tribe Called Quest

A Tribe Called Quest · 2008

58 min · 15 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop

A seamless blend of jazzy beats, clever wordplay, and innovative sampling that defined a generation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady groove for social settings
  • nostalgic vibes for casual listening
  • clever wordplay sparks conversation
  • easygoing tracks for background ambiance
  • playful rhythms encourage movement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek high-energy party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, this compilation marked A Tribe Called Quest's return to the spotlight after their breakup in 1998. It came after a decade-long hiatus following their final studio album, 'The Love Movement', and served as a celebration of their influential legacy in hip-hop.
Stylistic neighbors
De La Soul· The Roots· Gang Starr

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Can I Kick It? 4:12
  • 2 Bonita Applebum 3:36
  • 3 Vibes and Stuff 4:18
  • 4 1nce Again 3:49
  • 5 Jazz (We’ve Got) 4:19
  • 6 Like It Like That 2:46
  • 7 I Left My Wallet in El Segundo 4:06
  • 8 Hot Sex 2:46
  • 9 Check the Rhime 3:37
  • 10 Description of a Fool 5:42
  • 11 Sucka Nigga 4:05
  • 12 Buggin’ Out 3:38
  • 13 Scenario 4:11
  • 14 Oh My God 3:28
  • 15 Award Tour 3:46

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