Music1994–present
Talib Kweli
Brooklyn MC and one of the most respected lyricists in conscious hip-hop, known for dense verse construction and consistent engagement with social justice themes.
Origin
Brooklyn, New York
Genre
Hip-HopRap
Pantheon Standing
| List Name | Rank | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Top 50 Hip Hop Artists of All Time | #14 | 65.8 |
The Cultural Record
Discography
Q
Quality2002
L
Lock S**t Down2009
EP & Mixtape
The Seven2017
EP & Mixtape
Liberation 22023
The Confidence of Knowing2024
Rank History
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