This is a hard to find classic that goes out of print often.
Following the success of his Black Star project with Talib Kweli, Mos Def released his solo debut, Black on Both Sides, on October 12, 1999, through Rawkus and Priority Records. The album distinguished itself with its prominent use of live instrumentation and lyrics that addressed social issues. It was certified Gold by the RIAA in February 2000, indicating sales exceeding 500,000 units.
This is a hard to find classic that goes out of print often.
Following the success of his Black Star project with Talib Kweli, Mos Def released his solo debut, Black on Both Sides, on October 12, 1999, through Rawkus and Priority Records. The album distinguished itself with its prominent use of live instrumentation and lyrics that addressed social issues. It was certified Gold by the RIAA in February 2000, indicating sales exceeding 500,000 units.
Track Listings
1 Fear Not Of Man
2 Hip Hop
3 Love
4 Ms. Fat Booty
5 Speed Law
6 Do It Now
7 Got
8 Umi Says
9 New World Water
10 Rock N Roll
11 Know That
12 Climb
13 Brooklyn
14 Habitat
15 Mr. Nigga
16 Mathematics
17 May-December
