MOS DEF & TALIB KWELI ARE BLACK STAR (Vinyl)

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Originally released in 1998 on Rawkus Records, Mos Def & Talib Kweli are Black Star is the debut album by the hip-hop duo Black Star, composed of rappers Talib Kweli and yasiin bey (formerly known as Mos Def). The album is known for its thought-provoking lyrics, blending conscious rap with socially aware commentary on race, identity & struggle. The strong lyrical content and the chemistry between the two Brooklyn MC’s was further complemented by its jazz infused boom-bap production from a heavyweight lineup of beatmakers that included Hi-Tek, Da Beatminerz, Shawn J. Period, J. Rawls, Ge-ology and 88 Keys. Through its refusal to bend to the sonic and lyrical pressures of its day, Mos Def & Talib Kweli are Black Star became a cornerstone of independent and alternative hip-hop, and a quintessential album that remains timeless.

• 12" matte jacket housing 1xLP two-tone black star printed picture disc vinyl, and including a printed foldout insert.

Track Listing

Side A

1. Intro
   
2. Astronomy (8th Light) (featuring Weldon Irvine)
   
3. Definition
   
4. Re:Definition
   
5. Children's Story
   
6. Brown Skin Lady
   

Side B

7. B Boys Will B Boys
   
8. K.O.S. (Determination) (featuring Vinia Mojica)
   
9. Hater Players
   
10. Yo Yeah
    
11. Respiration (featuring Common)
    
12. Thieves In The Night
    
13. Twice Inna Lifetime (featuring Jane Doe, Wordsworth, and Punchline)