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Not 4 Sale

Kardinal Offishall · 2008

67 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant mix of hip-hop beats and Caribbean influences, showcasing Kardinal's dynamic flow and lyrical prowess.

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dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions upbeat and engaging rhythms
Context
By the time 'Not 4 Sale' was released in 2008, Kardinal Offishall had established himself as a prominent figure in Canadian hip-hop, following his breakthrough album 'Fire and Glory' in 2001. This album marked a significant moment in his career, as it was his first release after signing with Universal Music Canada, allowing for greater visibility and production resources.
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Not 4 Sale is an album by Kardinal Offishall, released in 2008. A vibrant mix of hip-hop beats and Caribbean influences, showcasing Kardinal's dynamic flow and lyrical prowess. 'Not 4 Sale' was notable for its blend of diverse musical styles, and it included the hit single 'Numba 1 (Tide Is High)', which reached significant chart positions. The album received critical acclaim for its innovative sound and lyrical depth, ultimately solidifying Kardinal's influence on the Canadian rap scene and beyond. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Not 4 Sale sound like?

A vibrant mix of hip-hop beats and Caribbean influences, showcasing Kardinal's dynamic flow and lyrical prowess. Rooted in hip-hop.

What makes Not 4 Sale by Kardinal Offishall notable?

'Not 4 Sale' was notable for its blend of diverse musical styles, and it included the hit single 'Numba 1 (Tide Is High)', which reached significant chart positions. The album received critical acclaim for its innovative sound and lyrical depth, ultimately solidifying Kardinal's influence on the Canadian rap scene and beyond. By the time 'Not 4 Sale' was released in 2008, Kardinal Offishall had established himself as a prominent figure in Canadian hip-hop, following his breakthrough album 'Fire and Glory' in 2001. This album marked a significant moment in his career, as it was his first release after signing with Universal Music Canada, allowing for greater visibility and production resources.

Who is Not 4 Sale for?

Not 4 Sale works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and upbeat and engaging rhythms.

How many songs are on Not 4 Sale?

Not 4 Sale has 16 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·67:39

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  • 1 Burnt Standout 4:56
  • 2 Set It Off 4:37
  • 3 Dangerous 4:06
  • 4 Digital Motown Standout 3:47
  • 5 Gimme Some 4:15
  • 6 Bad Like We Bad 3:39
  • 7 Numba 1 (Tide Is High) Standout 3:43
  • 8 Ill Eagle Alien 4:50
  • 9 Nina 3:13
  • 10 Go Home With You 4:16
  • 11 Going On 4:00
  • 12 Bring the Fire Out 3:06
  • 13 Family Tree (Still Eyerize) 4:01
  • 14 Due Me a Favour 6:22
  • 15 Lighter! 4:13
  • 16 Dangerous (remix version) 4:35

Release Date

September 9, 2008

Genre

hip-hop

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Artist Origin

Canada

Runtime

67 min 39 sec