5 Things to Know About De La Soul Is Dead
- It was released on May 14, 1991, by Tommy Boy Records and Warner Bros. Records.
- The album marked a deliberate shift away from the playful “Daisy Age” image of their debut.
- Its cover art and title directly confront the idea that the group’s earlier style was dead.
- The album is a concept record, using skits and songs to tell a cohesive story about hip-hop’s state.
- It is widely considered a classic, praised for its dark, complex themes and production.