That sophisticated, soul-stirring masterpiece from 1996 that saw De La Soul reclaiming the narrative of hip-hop. Stakes Is High blends the group’s most mature, self-produced soundscapes with sharp, socially conscious lyricism, creating a timeless record that acted as a necessary wake-up call to the industry. Honest, weary, yet undeniably groovy, it’s an album fans return to again and again for its organic warmth and unwavering integrity—pure Native Tongues wisdom and mid-90s brilliance.
Here’s your chance to own a sealed reissue copy of this iconic release on double vinyl—an essential addition for any De La fan or collector of hip-hop’s most thoughtful and enduring sounds.
Track list:
A
1. Intro
2. Supa Emcees
3. The Bizness
4. Wonce Again Long Island
B
5. Dinninit
6. Brakes
7. Dog Eat Dog
8. Baby Baby Baby Baby Ooh Baby
9. Long Island Degrees
C
10. Betta Listen
11. Itzsoweezee (Hot)
12. 4 More
13. Big Brother Beat
D
14. Down Syndrome
15. Pony Ride
16. Stakes is High
17. Sunshine
That sophisticated, soul-stirring masterpiece from 1996 that saw De La Soul reclaiming the narrative of hip-hop. Stakes Is High blends the group’s most mature, self-produced soundscapes with sharp, socially conscious lyricism, creating a timeless record that acted as a necessary wake-up call to the industry. Honest, weary, yet undeniably groovy, it’s an album fans return to again and again for its organic warmth and unwavering integrity—pure Native Tongues wisdom and mid-90s brilliance.
Here’s your chance to own a sealed reissue copy of this iconic release on double vinyl—an essential addition for any De La fan or collector of hip-hop’s most thoughtful and enduring sounds.
Track list:
A
1. Intro
2. Supa Emcees
3. The Bizness
4. Wonce Again Long Island
B
5. Dinninit
6. Brakes
7. Dog Eat Dog
8. Baby Baby Baby Baby Ooh Baby
9. Long Island Degrees
C
10. Betta Listen
11. Itzsoweezee (Hot)
12. 4 More
13. Big Brother Beat
D
14. Down Syndrome
15. Pony Ride
16. Stakes is High
17. Sunshine
