K’Naan guests on “Tribal War,” which address the in-fighting the plagues people of color around the world. “As We Enter” serves to establish the direction of the LP, as Damian Marley proclaims them to be “street intellectuals,” and Nas posits their purpose as “real revolution rhymers.” The duo comfortably trade quick bars over the first single “As We Enter,” easily handling the several rhythm changes punctuated by horn and piercing drums, which is reminiscent of Welcome to Jamrock’s “All Night”. And this focus has resulted in an album that will undoubtedly enrich the musical legacies of both men.įrom the outset, it’s very obvious to listeners that both men took their time and built up a genuine, strong chemistry over the estimated year and a half recording period. This truth is the basis for Nas and Damian Marley’s unique collaboration Distant Relatives, which aims to not only bridge the gap between their cultures, but also raise funds for a school in the Congo. And when you go back far enough, these traditions are seen to have their roots in the music of Africa. Black music has many streams of expression, 2 of the most prominent being Hip-Hop and Reggae.
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