On This Day In 1999, Mos Def Released His Debut Album “Black On Both Sides”

Today in Hip-Hop history; Mos Def released his debut album “Black On Both Sides” (October 12, 1999) via Rawkus and Priority Records. This classic album came with 18 total tracks with features from fellow legends Busta Rhymes, Talib Kweli, Q-Tip and Vinia Mojica. Production on this LP was handled by 88-Keys, DJ Premier, , Ali Shaheed Muhammad, Mos Def and much more.

This album was a masterpiece from start to finish and On February 2, 2000, the album was certified Gold in sales by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), following sales in excess of 500,000 copies.

Check out more details on this classic album here – Happy 20 year anniversary “Black On Both Sides”!!