Things Fall Apart

by The Roots

Things Fall Apart cover art

'Things Fall Apart' solidifies The Roots' signature fusion of live instrumentation and sampling, creating a landmark of the late-1990s neo-soul and conscious hip-hop movements. The album's production, helmed by the Soulquarians collective, weaves a sonically rich backdrop of jazz and soul for Black Thought's incisive lyricism, which explores societal decay, cultural integrity, and the state of hip-hop. Serving as the group's critical and commercial breakthrough, the record's cohesive, focused sound and pivotal tracks like the Grammy-winning "You Got Me" cemented its status as a cornerstone of alternative rap.

Genres

  • East Coast Hip Hop
  • Jazz Rap

Tracklist

  1. Act Won (Things Fall Apart)
  2. Table Of Contents (Pts 1 & 2)
  3. The Next Movement
  4. Step Into The Relm
  5. The Spark
  6. Dynamite!
  7. Without A Doubt
  8. Ain't Sayin' Nothin' New
  9. Double Trouble
  10. Act Too (The Love Of My Life)
  11. 100% Dundee
  12. Diedre Vs. Dice
  13. Adrenaline!
  14. 3rd Acts: ? Vs. Scratch 2 ... Electric Boogaloo
  15. You Got Me
  16. Don't See Us
  17. The Return To Innocence Lost
  18. Act Fore...The End?