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The Score
by Fugees
The 305th greatest album of all time
The Score, released in 1996 by the Fugees, blends hip hop, contemporary R&B, boom bap rhythms and alternative hip hop sensibilities with Caribbean influences. Lauryn Hill's soulful singing and lyrical delivery, Wyclef Jean's eclectic production and Pras's steady rapping create a mix of live instrumentation, cinematic samples and reggae-tinged grooves. The album pairs reinterpretations of familiar songs, such as a cover of "Killing Me Softly" and a version of "No Woman, No Cry," with original, socially conscious lyrics that explore identity, diaspora and street life.
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