The Love Movement cover

The Love Movement

A Tribe Called Quest · 1998

73 min · 21 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop

A rich tapestry of jazz-infused beats paired with introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of unity and love.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • thoughtful, reflective listening moments
  • steady groove for relaxed vibes
  • dynamic interplay of voices
  • longer tracks for deep engagement
  • uplifting themes of connection

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 1998, 'The Love Movement' was A Tribe Called Quest's fifth and final studio album. At this point in their career, the group was navigating the aftermath of their previous commercial successes while also dealing with internal tensions and shifts in their creative direction. This album came after a five-year hiatus following 'Beats, Rhymes and Life', marking a reflective end to their influential journey 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 Start It Up 3:19
  • 2 Find a Way 3:23
  • 3 Da Booty 3:21
  • 4 Steppin’ It Up 3:22
  • 5 Like It Like That 2:47
  • 6 Common Ground (Get It Goin’ On) 2:50
  • 7 4 Moms 1:49
  • 8 His Name Is Mutty Ranks 1:56
  • 9 Give Me 3:52
  • 10 Pad & Pen 3:23
  • 11 Busta’s Lament 2:39
  • 12 Hot 4 U 3:16
  • 13 Against the World 3:59
  • 14 The Love 4:03
  • 15 Rock Rock Y’all 4:27
  • 16 Scenario (remix) 5:18
  • 17 Money Maker 4:22
  • 18 Hot Sex 2:46
  • 19 Oh My God (remix) 4:02
  • 20 Jazz (We’ve Got) (re‐recording radio) 4:19
  • 21 One Two S**t 4:31

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