The Renaissance
Q-Tip · 2008
46 min · 13 tracks · rapping · alternative hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop
A vibrant fusion of jazz-infused hip-hop and progressive soul that invites introspection and dance alike.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady grooves for dance breaks
- introspective moments between tracks
- uplifting energy for social gatherings
- consistent flow with engaging peaks
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike rhythmic dance elements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'The Renaissance' was released in 2008, Q-Tip was making a notable comeback after a lengthy hiatus following his last solo album, 'Amplified' in 1999. This album marked his first full-length project after reuniting with A Tribe Called Quest for their final tour, solidifying his status as a key voice in hip-hop's evolution.
- Stylistic neighbors
- A Tribe Called Quest· De La Soul· The Roots
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Johnny Is Dead 3:01
- 2 Won't Trade 2:41
- 3 Gettin' Up 3:18
- 4 Official 3:19
- 5 You 3:02
- 6 We Fight/We Love 4:47
- 7 ManWomanBoogie 3:06
- 8 Move 5:49
- 9 Dance on Glass 3:01
- 10 Life Is Better 4:41
- 11 Believe 2:57
- 12 Shaka 3:31
- 13 Feva 3:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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