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The Carnival Vol. III: The Fall & Rise of a Refugee

Wyclef Jean · 2017

42 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B ยท pop rap ยท East Coast hip-hop

A vibrant fusion of hip-hop, reggae, and R&B that captures the struggle and resilience of refugees.

The Carnival Vol. III: The Fall & Rise of a Refugee is an album by Wyclef Jean, released in 2017. A vibrant fusion of hip-hop, reggae, and R&B that captures the struggle and resilience of refugees. This album is significant for its cultural commentary on the refugee experience, resonating with listeners during a time of heightened global focus on immigration issues. It also received critical attention for its blend of genres and was notable for its collaborations, showcasing Wyclef's ability to merge diverse musical styles while addressing important themes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Carnival Vol. III: The Fall & Rise of a Refugee sound like?

A vibrant fusion of hip-hop, reggae, and R&B that captures the struggle and resilience of refugees. Rooted in contemporary R&B and pop rap.

What makes The Carnival Vol. III: The Fall & Rise of a Refugee by Wyclef Jean notable?

This album is significant for its cultural commentary on the refugee experience, resonating with listeners during a time of heightened global focus on immigration issues. It also received critical attention for its blend of genres and was notable for its collaborations, showcasing Wyclef's ability to merge diverse musical styles while addressing important themes. By 2017, Wyclef Jean was returning to the spotlight with 'The Carnival Vol. III: The Fall & Rise of a Refugee,' his first album in nearly a decade following 'The Haitian Experience' in 2009. This album marked a significant moment where he aimed to blend personal narratives with broader social issues, reflecting on his Haitian roots amid contemporary global events.

How many songs are on The Carnival Vol. III: The Fall & Rise of a Refugee?

The Carnival Vol. III: The Fall & Rise of a Refugee has 12 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·42:47

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Slums Standout 4:13
  • 2 Turn Me Good 3:30
  • 3 Borrowed Time 3:35
  • 4 Fela Kuti Standout 3:32
  • 5 Warrior 3:06
  • 6 Shotta Boys 3:53
  • 7 Double Dutch 3:22
  • 8 What Happened to Love 4:05
  • 9 Carry On 3:08
  • 10 Concrete Rose 3:24
  • 11 Trapicabana 2:51
  • 12 Thank God for the Culture Standout 4:01

Release Date

January 1, 2017

Artist Origin

Haiti

Runtime

42 min 47 sec