The Truth Is Here
Brother Ali · 2009
34 min · 9 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop
Brother Ali's incisive rhymes flow over soulful beats, blending introspection with social commentary in a vibrant hip-hop landscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- introspective themes with social insight
- engaging storytelling across tracks
- short bursts of lyrical depth
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek lengthy immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'The Truth Is Here' was released in 2009, Brother Ali had already established himself as a prominent figure in alternative hip-hop, following his breakthrough album 'Undisputed Truth' in 2007. This album marked his return after a two-year hiatus, during which he continued to hone his lyrical skills and refine his sound, solidifying his position within the Rhymesayers label alongside artists like Atmosphere and Aesop Rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Murs· Atmosphere· Talib Kweli
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Real as Can Be 2:23
- 2 Philistine David 3:29
- 3 Little Rodney 4:27
- 4 Palm the Joker 2:33
- 5 Good Lord 4:11
- 6 Baby Don't Go 4:01
- 7 Talkin' My Shit 4:55
- 8 The Believers 4:47
- 9 Begin Here 3:23
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