For most artists who are discovered behind the mixing boards, making the transfer from producer to MC proves a daunting task. Fortunately for Kanye West, his verbal skills more than rise to the challenge of his consistently superior beats. A sprawling concept record that tackles issues of everyday life with wisecracking humour and unexpected honesty, The College Dropout confirms West's status as one of hip-hop's most refreshing voices. The leadoff single, "Through the Wire", perfectly exemplifies West's distinct vision. Recorded while his jaws were still wired shut after a near-fatal car accident, West hilariously reflects upon his predicament over a sped-up Chaka Khan sample. Other songs address potentially somber topics—ghetto life ("We Don't Care"), religion ("Jesus Walks"), and family turmoil ("Family Business")—yet somehow retain a truly hopeful spirit. Although The College Dropout features top-notch cameos from Talib Kweli, Common, Mos Def, Freeway, Jay-Z, Ludacris, and Twista, it's clearly West's show. Number of discs: 2 Release date: 23/06/2023 All vinyl new and sealed Track list 1. Intro2. We Don't Care3. Graduation Day4. All Falls Down5. I'll Fly Away6. Spaceship7. Jesus Walks8. Never Let Me Down9. Get Em High10. Workout Plan11. The New Workout Plan12. Slow Jamz13. Breathe in Breathe Out14. School Spirit (Skit 1)15. School Spirit16. School Spirit (Skit 2)17. Lil Jimmy Skit18. Two Words19. Through the Wire20. Family Business21. Last Call
