"The College Dropout" is Kanye West's first album that he released back in 2004. It's a collection of 21 tracks that lasts for about 76 minutes. The album was highly praised by critics and is still considered a classic in hip-hop music. Kanye's style is quite unique and he mixes different music genres, like soul, R&B and gospel, into his songs. He also gets personal in his lyrics, talking about things like materialism, religion and his own struggles.
Some of the popular songs from the album include "All Falls Down," "Jesus Walks," and "Through the Wire." "All Falls Down" was especially successful, reaching number seven on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. "Jesus Walks" also won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Song. "The College Dropout" is a significant album in Kanye's career and is a must-listen for any hip-hop fan.
A1 We Don't Care
A2 Graduation Day
A3 All Falls Down
A4 Spaceship
A5 Jesus Walks
B1 Never Let Me Down
B2 Get Em High
B3 The New Workout Plan
B4 Through The Wire
C1 Slow Jamz
C2 Breathe In Breathe Out
C3 School Spirit
C4 Two Words
D1 Family Business
D2 Last Call
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