When they left their wallet in El Segundo, we empathized and went along for the ride to retrieve it. We rooted for them to be put on by Bonita Applebum. They taught us how to check the “rhime.” Interestingly, they asked repeatedly if they can kick it when of course anyone plugged into hip hop during the late 80s throughout the 90s can attest to this group’s ability to come with that butter flow in any scenario and bring that electric relaxation to take us on that long overdue award tour. If you have yet to figure out who I’m referencing, then you are missing one of the prototypes who represents authentic hip-hop. During the summer of 2011, a documentary, by Michael Rapaport, entitled, “Beats, Rhymes & Travels: The Travels of a Tribe Called Quest” was released in select theaters. Unfortunately, by the time I and many other interested viewers were made aware of the film, it was no longer on the big screen. Nevertheless, all hope is not loss. This documentary, which has received praise, will be available on DVD on October 18, 2011, approximately one month from now, and I plan on being one of the first people to obtain my copy. A Tribe Called Quest has always been one of my favorite groups. I love their jazzy vibe beats, the delivery of their rhymes and their topics about daily life occurrences that range from record label headaches, to date rape to just partying and having a good time. They will always be on my top ten list of best rap groups. So, I’d like to not only celebrate the pending release of the documentary but my love for these artists by providing a playlist of some of my favorite ATCQ songs and lyrics.
- Check the Rhime: “Rap is not pop, if you call it that then stop.”
- Butter: “Your whole appearance is a lie and it could never be true. And if you really loved yourself then you would try and be you.”
- Award Tour: “The wackest crews try to dis, it makes me laugh. When my track record’s longer than a DC-20 aircraft. So next time that you think you want somethin’ here. Make somethin’ differ, take that garbage to St. Elsewhere.”
- Bonita Applebum: “Hey, being with you is a top priority. Ain’t no need to question the authority. Chairman of the board, the chief of affections. You got mine’s to swing in your direction.”
- Jazz: “Stern firm and young with a laid-back tongue. The aim is to succeed and achieve at 21. Just like Ringling Brothers, I’ll daze and astound, Captivate the mass, cause the prose is profound.”
- Buggin Out: “I never walk the streets, think it’s all about me. Even though deep in my heart, it really could be. I just try my best to like go all out. Some might even say yo shorty black you’re buggin’ out”
- Oh My God: “Listen up everybody the bottom line. I’m a black intellect, but unrefined; with precision like a bullet, target bound, just livin like a hooker, the harlett sounds.”
- Lyrics to Go: “A Tribe Called Quest we on the run for whatever. Trials and tribulations that we have to endeavor”
- Scenario: “I could give a damn about a ill subliminal. Stay away from crime cause I ain’t no CRIMINAL. I love my young nation, groovy sensation. No time for hibernation, only elation.”
- Show Business: ” So you still wanna do the show business? And you think that you got what it takes? I mean you really gotta rap and be all that…And prepare yourself for the breaks
It was extremely difficult to not only limit myself to ten songs but to only include specific lines from those selected those ten songs. What’s your favorite A Tribe Called Quest song? Please feel free to share. Also, if you saw or plan on seeing the documentary, share your thoughts as well.
All the best,
Anonomz aka Tanya H. Franklin
Journey of Anonomz 
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