Released 20 years ago
True Magic
Yasiin Bey · 2006
52 min · 14 tracks · alternative hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop · conscious hip-hop
A blend of introspective lyricism and eclectic beats creates a compelling soundscape for self-reflection.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective moments for self-reflection
- short tracks for quick engagement
- varied pacing throughout the album
- thought-provoking themes in lyrics
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy party vibes
- prefer straightforward structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in December 2006, 'True Magic' is Yasiin Bey's first album after his transition from Mos Def to a solo career. This shift marked a significant moment in his artistic journey, as he sought to explore deeper themes and diversify his sound beyond mainstream expectations. The album arrived amidst a growing body of work that established him as a distinctive voice in conscious hip-hop.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Talib Kweli· A Tribe Called Quest· De La Soul
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 True Magic 2:51
- 2 Undeniable 4:16
- 3 U R the One 3:58
- 4 Thug Is a Drug 2:52
- 5 Crime & Medicine 3:08
- 6 A Ha 2:35
- 7 Dollar Day (Surprise, Surprise) 5:14
- 8 Napoleon Dynamite 2:01
- 9 There Is a Way 3:27
- 10 Sun, Moon, Stars 4:39
- 11 Murder of a Teenage Life 3:25
- 12 Fake Bonanza 4:11
- 13 Perfect Timing 4:13
- 14 Lifetime 5:47
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