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A Tribe Called Quest

A Tribe Called Quest is an American rapper from New York City, New York active since 1985.

Profession
Hip-hop group
From
New York City, New York
Years active
1985–2016

Early life

Formed in the St. Albans neighborhood of Queens, New York, the group emerged from the Native Tongues collective led by Q-Tip and Phife Dawg.

Career

Their jazz-infused albums "The Low End Theory" and "Midnight Marauders" became cornerstones of alternative and conscious hip-hop.

Major achievements

They are widely cited among the most influential and acclaimed groups in hip-hop history.

Legacy

A Tribe Called Quest pioneered jazz-rap and a thoughtful, bohemian strain of hip-hop.

References

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