What makes The Rising Tied by Fort Minor notable?

The Rising Tied debuted at number 5 on the Billboard 200 and was certified Gold by the RIAA, reflecting its commercial success. Its standout single, 'Remember the Name', became a cultural anthem, widely used in sports contexts and pop culture, cementing Fort Minor’s place in alternative hip-hop. Released in 2005, The Rising Tied marked Fort Minor's debut album, a side project of Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda. At this point, Shinoda was transitioning from his established rock roots into the hip-hop genre, showcasing his versatility as an artist. The album arrived after Linkin Park's massive success with their first two albums, allowing Shinoda to explore personal themes outside the confines of his main band.

Who is The Rising Tied for?

The Rising Tied works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, dynamic emotional journeys and introspective lyrical reflections.

How many songs are on The Rising Tied?

The Rising Tied has 16 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

The Rising Tied

Fort Minor · 2005

51 min · 16 tracks · alternative hip-hop

A potent blend of introspective lyrics and energetic beats that capture the struggles of self-identity and resilience.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
dynamic emotional journeys
introspective lyrical reflections
motivational listening experience

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2005, The Rising Tied marked Fort Minor's debut album, a side project of Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda. At this point, Shinoda was transitioning from his established rock roots into the hip-hop genre, showcasing his versatility as an artist. The album arrived after Linkin Park's massive success with their first two albums, allowing Shinoda to explore personal themes outside the confines of his main band.
Stylistic neighbors: Danny Brown· Earl Sweatshirt· Kool Keith

Tracklist

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

1 Introduction 0:43
2 Remember the Name 3:50
3 Right Now 4:14
4 Petrified 3:40
5 Feel Like Home 3:53
6 Where’d You Go 3:51
7 In Stereo 3:29
8 Back Home 3:44
9 Cigarettes 3:40
10 Believe Me 3:42
11 Get Me Gone 1:56
12 High Road 3:16
13 Kenji 3:51
14 Red to Black 3:11
15 The Battle 0:32
16 Slip Out the Back 3:56

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