Name: Black on Both Sides
Brand: Mos Def

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Catalogue number

B002245901

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2015-03-17

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Supplier US

Unive­rsal

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

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602547140289

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LPx2

Artist

Mos Def

Genre US

Hip Hop

Label US

Rawkus

Mos Def, also known as Yasiin Bey, is a highly influential artist in the world of hip-hop and beyond. Born Dante Terrell Smith, he began his career as a member of the group Black Star alongside Talib Kweli. Mos Def's unique blend of conscious lyrics and soulful beats quickly gained him recognition and respect within the industry.
Throughout his career, Mos Def has released several critically acclaimed albums such as "Black on Both Sides" and "The Ecstatic." He is known for his thought-provoking lyrics that tackle social issues and personal experiences with honesty and vulnerability.
Beyond music, Mos Def has also made a name for himself in acting, starring in films like "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" and "Be Kind Rewind." His multifaceted talent has solidified him as an icon in both the music and entertainment industries.

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The debut album of American rapper Mos Def, now known as Yasiin Bey, released October 12, 1999 on Rawkus Records. Prior to the album's recording, Mos Def had collaborated with rapper Talib Kweli for the duo's studio album, Mos Def and Talib Kweli Are Black Star (1998), which raised high expectations for a solo effort. Black on Both Sides features an emphasis on live instrumentation and socially conscious lyrics.

Black on Both Sides

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