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Stakes is High is the 4th studio album by de la Soul, released on July 2, 1996. Stakes is High was critically lauded for it's music, lyricism, and it's overall message concerning the artistic decline rap music began to face in the mid-90s. The title track and first single was produced by J Dilla and the album's second single, InchItzsoweezee (HOT)Inch, with only Dave on vocals, was accompanied by a creative music video. The album spawned a third single Inch4 MoreInch, featuring Zhane. The album did provide a launching pad for future star rappers and actors Mos Def, who appeared on the track InchBig Brother BeatInch and Common who is featured on InchThe BiznessInch. Details 1. A-Side 2. 1. Intro 3. 2. Supa Emcees 4. 3. the Bizness 5. 4. Yunonstop 6. 5. Wonce Again Long Island 7. 6. Dinninit 8. 7. Brakes 9. 8. Dog Eat Dog 10. 9. Baby, Baby, Baby, Baby, Ooh Baby 11. 10. Long Island Degrees 12. B Side 13. 1. Betta Listen 14. 2. Itzsoweezee (Hot) 15. 3. 4 More 16. 4. Big Brother Beat 17. 5. Down Syndrome 18. 6. Pony Ride 19. 7. Stakes Is High 20. 8. Sunshine
