Name: The Upcycled Self
Brand: Tariq Trotter, Black Thought

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

9780593446928

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Format Books US

Hardback

Format detail

Limited edition

Release date

2023-11-14

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Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Rando­m Hou­se

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Sales:8.875

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Artist

Tariq Trotter

Black Thought

Genre US

Music

Label US

One World

Black Thought is a highly acclaimed artist and the lead rapper of [a76894]. With his exceptional lyrical skills and commanding stage presence, he has become one of the most influential figures in hip-hop. Known for his thought-provoking lyrics and intricate wordplay, Black Thought's music resonates with fans from all walks of life. His contributions to the genre have solidified him as a true legend in the industry.
Throughout his career, Black Thought has collaborated with numerous renowned artists and has consistently delivered powerful performances. His ability to effortlessly blend storytelling with social commentary sets him apart from other rappers. Whether on stage or in the studio, Black Thought continues to push boundaries and redefine what it means to be an artist.
With an extensive discography that spans decades, Black Thought's music showcases his versatility and creativity. From introspective tracks that delve into personal experiences to hard-hitting anthems that address societal issues, each song is a testament to his artistry. As a solo artist or as part of [a76894], Black Thought never fails to captivate audiences with his raw talent and undeniable passion for music.

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Today Tariq Trotter—better known as Black Thought—is the platinum-selling, Grammy-winning co-founder of The Roots, and one of the most exhilaratingly skillful and profound rappers the culture has ever produced. But his story begins with a tragedy: as a child, Trotter burned down his family’s home. The years that followed are the story of a life snatched from the flames, forged in fire.

In The Upcycled Self, Trotter doesn’t just narrate a riveting and moving portrait of the artist as a young man, but gives readers a courageous model of what it means to live an examined life. In vivid vignettes, he tells the dramatic stories of the four powerful relationships that shaped him—community, friends, art, and family—each a complex weave of love, discovery, trauma, and loss.

But beyond offering the compellingly poetic account of one artist’s creative and emotional origins, Trotter explores the vital questions we all have to confront about our formative years: How can we see the story of our young lives clearly? How do we use that story to understand who we’ve become? How do we forgive the people who loved and hurt us? How do we rediscover and honor our first dreams? And finally, what do we take forward, what do we pass on, what do we leave behind? This is the beautifully bluesy story of a boy genius’s coming of age that illuminates the redemptive power of the upcycle.

The Upcycled Self

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