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Mos Def - History
Artist: Mos Def
Featuring: Talib Kweli
Producer: J Dilla
Album: The Ecstatic
Label: G.O.O.D./Downtown
I have to admit, I was really excited when I saw this track. We’ve all heard the talk and rumors about another Black Star album in the works, but actually seeing Mos Def and Talib Kweli together once again is enough to make me turn my head and pay attention. On History, a track off the back end of Mos Def’s forthcoming The Ecstatic LP, the emcees reminisce about the historical events in the years around their birth and their short stint as Black Star, leaving hints that they are serious about recording a new album together. The track’s nostalgic vibe is further bolstered by excellent production from the late J Dilla, whose sampled jazz vocals and strings heighten the reflective mood. History probably won’t end up being a hit single (as of right now, it’s not being released as one), but this is still a worthy cut—if nothing else, take this as more reason to look forward to another Black Star album.
This song first appeared on the
Rap Chart
on June 15, 2009
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 1624 |
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Kanye got me hooked on this one over the weekend, and I've been listening more and more. History is a positive record, and tells a cool story from begining to end. Mos Def and Talib together always impress, so this is no different.
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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BEAUTIFUL production and sample, another masterpiece from Dilla. These dudes just FIT, they just sound better on a song together. Their styles compliment eachother so well: Talib's high pitched and often energetic flow mixed wit Mos' more laid back and lower voice. The track is hot and I will be lookin out for that reunion.
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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Mos Def...nuff said
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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Agree with Juanito.
These two are one of the greatest Duo's in hip hop. They must know how big the demand is for another Black Star album. |
| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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This is a banger
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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Feelin this this joint here
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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I got excited when I saw this feature. Dilla's production is amazing and both do their thing. Definitely a banger.
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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Hip-hop to its fullest right here from a classic duo! J Dilla's beat is great and the song is executed perfectly! Banger!
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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Was looking forward to Mos Def and Talib getting back on a track. This is Hot nice beat and good lyrics.
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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Cosign Juanito_88. Great track from these two
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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I loved it, and we can only hope for a new Blackstar album. Even if they do not grace us with one, we can atleast look to more tracks from the 2 I'm sure!
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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This is the ONLY good song on Mos Def's new album. No lie.
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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@Z - Thats a bold statement, but I'll probably have to agree with it. Ive heard about 8 tracks leaked off the album & this is easily the best out of the bunch.
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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This old school vibe is a great welcome throwback from the garbage that is being released today.
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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I love the production!!
After all these years Mos still amazes!! Tracks like this make me think what ever happen to the classic wholesome hip-hop!! |
| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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LawdhaveMercy!
@Z - dont tell me u aint feelin the track "Auditiorium" with Slick Rick ... The lyrical strength of both emcees beat most of the opposition & as usual Dilla's beat fit the words like a glove .... I like the Middle Eastern sound he infused into alot of the songs on Ecstatic but that album is NOT for the masses ... |
| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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BLACK STAR! I want another album from you two. And when is that reflection eternal droppin? This is a nice se@ue from D.O.A.
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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@ Z. There are som weak ongs on The Ecstatic, but apart from this banger, there is some other heat = 'Auditorium ft. Slick Rick', 'Roses', and 'Life In marvelous Times' e.g. Album id his best since Black On Both Sides.
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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Disagreeing with Z. All of the songs Nad posted are pretty damn sick, and I personally love Casa Bey as well.
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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Ah this song is great. 2 great rappers on 1 great song.
IN BEFORE THE PATTYPATTY HATE MACHINE |
| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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nice to hear talib and mos def on a track together again.. two classic hip hop artists
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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LOL, I caused controversy... dang.
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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Gr8 atmosphere, I'm saying that because my new Sennheiser's have just arrived and are at their best when listening to these type of tracks. Dilla is an amazing producer and with help from Mos and talib, depicted images of life, coo.
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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Love the sample and they both go hard on this.
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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Love the sample and just love the production
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2009 |
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"10 years ago we made history so they miss us"!!!!
and still do!! the best song yet but dj z it all hasen't been garbage :] |
| Posted on Jun 09, 2009 |
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| Posted on Jun 10, 2009 |
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when i first read the artist and saw Mos Def and Talib i was wondering why they just didnt say Black Star. either way this track go hard, can never go wrong with these two on the same track. the production keeps this one flowing for me
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| Posted on Jun 10, 2009 |
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| Posted on Jun 11, 2009 |
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Wow Talib and Mos together, a hip hop purist' wet dream!!
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| Posted on Jun 13, 2009 |
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Hot, i dont know what else to say.
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| Posted on Jun 13, 2009 |
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Feeling this track like no other. I love Mos, I love Talib and the beat highlighted their vocal and lyrical talents well. Of course, I'm with DaMack..why not call it Blackstarr? I suppose it must be that Blackstarr is so sublime and wonderful that it can only pop up in name every hundred years like friggin brigadoon.
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| Posted on Jun 14, 2009 |
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RIP DILLA
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| Posted on Jun 15, 2009 |
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I love mos Def, hes my fav, Actor, And i mean hes amazing, :)
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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Def feeling this joint! J Dilla beat is nice. Also nice to hear Black Star back together. I think it was a good move from Geffen to Downtown for Mos. The Joint with the Madlib beat and Slick Rick is dope!
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| Posted on Jun 18, 2009 |
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| Posted on Jun 18, 2009 |
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put together very well but im not liking the backround music but once again overall a good hit
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| Posted on Jun 20, 2009 |
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its a grower
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| Posted on Jul 03, 2009 |
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Mos def ft. Talib kweli?! Mos def a banger!
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| Posted on Sep 28, 2009 |
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I love this song. Mos Def and Talib Kweli put their all into this track.
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| Posted on Jan 08, 2010 |
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| Posted on Feb 27, 2010 |
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Great duo
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