We Got It from Here... Thank You 4 Your Service
A Tribe Called Quest · 2016
60 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop
A vibrant fusion of jazz-inflected beats and incisive lyrics reflecting social issues and personal loss.
Why this album works
This album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and received widespread critical acclaim, earning a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Album. It was celebrated not only for its lyrical depth tackling contemporary issues but also for being a significant cultural artifact during a politically charged climate in the United States.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks vibrant sound for reflective moments engaging commentary on social issues
- Context
- Released on November 11, 2016, 'We Got It from Here... Thank You 4 Your Service' marked A Tribe Called Quest's first album in 18 years, following their last studio effort, 'The Love Movement' in 1998. The album came after the death of founding member Phife Dawg earlier that year, adding a poignant layer to the group's return and final project.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jennifer Lopez· LL Cool J· Mariah Carey· Linkin Park· Mary J. Blige· Pitbull· Missy Elliott· Black Eyed Peas
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Space Program 5:40
- 2 We the People.... Standout 2:52
- 3 Whateva Will Be 2:52
- 4 Solid Wall of Sound 3:43
- 5 Dis Generation Standout 3:33
- 6 Kids… 3:48
- 7 Melatonin 4:44
- 8 Enough!! 3:20
- 9 Mobius 2:51
- 10 Black Spasmodic 3:03
- 11 The Killing Season 2:43
- 12 Lost Somebody Standout 4:18
- 13 Movin Backwards 4:41
- 14 Conrad Tokyo 3:31
- 15 Ego 3:17
- 16 The Donald 5:22
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