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De La Soul

De La Soul

East Coast hip-hop, alternative hip-hop, hip-hop, jazz rap

United States Est. 1987

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Sound in a sentence: "Their tracks pulse with intricate rhythms and layered sampling that create an immersive experience, inviting movement while maintaining an undercurrent of playful experimentation."
De La Soul carved out a vital space in hip-hop, challenging the genre's norms with their playful yet thoughtful approach. By infusing their music with eclectic samples and an unorthodox lyrical style, they have reshaped how artists engage with culture and community, promoting positivity and self-expression amid a landscape often dominated by aggression.
De La Soul carved out a vital space in hip-hop, challenging the genre's norms with their playful yet thoughtful approach. By infusing their music with eclectic samples and an unorthodox lyrical style, they have reshaped how artists engage with culture and community, promoting positivity and self-expression amid a landscape often dominated by aggression. Their influence has been a catalyst for generations of artists seeking to explore more nuanced themes and sounds within the genre. At the forefront of their innovation is a commitment to experimentation, both sonically and lyrically. They seamlessly weave together disparate musical elements, blending jazz, funk, and soul into their productions, creating a soundscape that feels rich and vibrant while remaining accessible. This willingness to veer off the beaten path encourages listeners to embrace diversity in their musical tastes and inspires other artists to take creative risks. Lyrically, De La Soul often explores themes of identity, societal critique, and personal introspection with a distinct voice that balances sincerity and irony. Their storytelling approach invites listeners into relatable narratives infused with wit and humor, making serious subjects feel approachable without losing depth. This duality fosters a connection that resonates on multiple levels.

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Discography

41 releases • 17 studio • 1988–2016
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Clear Lake Audiotorium

Clear Lake Audiotorium

1994

Singles ()

Pain

Pain

2016

Superfast Jellyfish

Superfast Jellyfish

2010

Shopping Bags (She Got from You)

Shopping Bags (She Got from You)

2004

Shoomp/Much More

Shoomp/Much More

2003

Say "I Gotta Believe!"

Say "I Gotta Believe!"

2002

Baby Phat

Baby Phat

2001

Oooh.

Oooh.

2000

All Good?

All Good?

2000

4 More

4 More

1997

Stakes Is High

Stakes Is High

1996

Itzsoweezee (Hot)

Itzsoweezee (Hot)

1996

Fallin'

Fallin'

1994

Ego Trippin' (Part Two)

Ego Trippin' (Part Two)

1994

Breakadawn

Breakadawn

1993

Ring Ring Ring (Ha Ha Hey)

Ring Ring Ring (Ha Ha Hey)

1991

A Roller Skating Jam Named "Saturdays"

A Roller Skating Jam Named "Saturdays"

1991

The Magic Number

The Magic Number

1990

Eye Know

Eye Know

1989

Me Myself and I

Me Myself and I

1989

Buddy

Buddy

1989

Say No Go

Say No Go

1989

Plug Tunin'

Plug Tunin'

1988

Potholes in My Lawn

Potholes in My Lawn

1988

Thru Ya City

Thru Ya City

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