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BET Awards 2024: Get Familiar with Hip Hop Legends The Roots with These Essential Records
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Known for their innovative approach and electrifying live shows, The Roots bring a unique blend of soulful rhythms, sharp lyrics, and unparalleled musicianship. Formed in Philadelphia in 1987, the group has made several contributions to music and hip-hop with their innovative fusion of live instrumentation and lyricism and consistently pushed the boundaries of the genre. The track appears on the group’s 1996 album Illadelph Halflife and is a satirical take on the flashy, materialistic culture often portrayed in mainstream hip hop.
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