The Roots originated in Philadelphia in 1987, brought to life by Tariq 'Black Thought' Trotter and drummer Ahmir 'Questlove' Thompson. They are known for their unique blend of hip-hop that incorporates live instruments, which sets them apart in the genre. Their debut album, Organix, was released in 1993, but it was the 1999 album Things Fall Apart that truly marked their breakthrough, reaching No. 4 on the Billboard 200. This album features the acclaimed track "You Got Me," which won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance By a Duo or Group. Beyond their studio work, The Roots serve as the house band for NBC's The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, further solidifying their presence in the music industry. Throughout their career, they have collaborated with a range of artists, including notable names like Common, Erykah Badu, and John Legend, enhancing their eclectic sound and broadening their musical influence.
Studio albums
Organix - 1993
Do You Want More?!!!??! - 1995
Illadelph Halflife - 1996
Things Fall Apart - 1999
Phrenology - 2002
The Tipping Point - 2004
Game Theory - 2006
Rising Down - 2008
How I Got Over - 2010
Undun - 2011
...And Then You Shoot Your Cousin - 2014
Top tracks:You Got Me,
What They Do,
The Seed (2.0),
Rising Up
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