Released: 05/05/23
De La Soul’s third album, Buhloone Mindstate (1993), marked a stylistic evolution, showcasing greater musical maturity and experimentation. Highlights include the jazzy instrumental “I Be Blowin’” with Maceo Parker, the introspective “I Am I Be,” and international collab “Long Island Wildin’” with Japanese artists. The album featured standout guest spots from Guru and Shortie No Mas, and samples from Michael Jackson and Smokey Robinson on lead single “Breakadawn.” Critically acclaimed, Buhloone Mindstate is hailed by Rolling Stone as one of hip hop’s greatest albums.