Carnival Vol. II: Memoirs of an Immigrant
Wyclef Jean · 2007
61 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B · pop rap · East Coast hip-hop
A vibrant fusion of hip-hop, reggae, and R&B that reflects the immigrant experience with lyrical depth and eclectic beats.
Carnival Vol. II: Memoirs of an Immigrant is an album by Wyclef Jean, released in 2007. A vibrant fusion of hip-hop, reggae, and R&B that reflects the immigrant experience with lyrical depth and eclectic beats. Carnival Vol. II received critical acclaim for its exploration of immigration issues and diverse musical styles, peaking at number 4 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The album features collaborations with notable artists and highlights Jean's influence in bridging cultural divides through music, solidifying his role as a voice for the immigrant experience. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Carnival Vol. II: Memoirs of an Immigrant sound like?
A vibrant fusion of hip-hop, reggae, and R&B that reflects the immigrant experience with lyrical depth and eclectic beats. Rooted in contemporary R&B and pop rap.
What makes Carnival Vol. II: Memoirs of an Immigrant by Wyclef Jean notable?
Carnival Vol. II received critical acclaim for its exploration of immigration issues and diverse musical styles, peaking at number 4 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The album features collaborations with notable artists and highlights Jean's influence in bridging cultural divides through music, solidifying his role as a voice for the immigrant experience. Released in 2007, this album marks Wyclef Jean's follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'The Preacher's Son' (2004). At this point in his career, Jean was embracing a more global perspective, drawing from his Haitian roots while addressing themes of immigration and identity. This creative shift showcased his versatility as an artist who continually evolved beyond the boundaries of traditional hip-hop.
How many songs are on Carnival Vol. II: Memoirs of an Immigrant?
Carnival Vol. II: Memoirs of an Immigrant has 14 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Intro 0:28
- 2 Riot (Trouble Again) Standout 5:15
- 3 Sweetest Girl (Dollar Bill) Standout 3:59
- 4 Welcome to the East 4:18
- 5 Slow Down 5:17
- 6 King and Queen 3:23
- 7 Fast Car 4:03
- 8 What About the Baby 3:36
- 9 Hollywood Meets Bollywood (Immigration) Standout 4:05
- 10 Any Other Day 4:11
- 11 Heaven’s in New York 4:47
- 12 Selena 4:04
- 13 Touch Your Button Carnival Jam 13:29
- 14 Outro 0:22
Release Date
January 1, 2007
Artist Origin
Haiti
Runtime
61 min 17 sec
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