Bilal For The Soul
When it comes down to the neo-soul movement of the early 2000s, it would be a crime not to mention Bilal‘s input. The Philadelphia-raised, New York-based musician may not be a household name, but for fans of organic soul without compromise, Oliver continues to push boundaries and inspire the next generation. He’s worked with everyone from Dr. Dre and Scarface to Beyonce and Erykah Badu, playing a huge role as a featured artist. His soulful hooks and appearances add a different depth to tracks, and as much as we appreciate his work, he’s still criminally slept on.
We’ve put together some of his most memorable appearances with rappers throughout the course of his career, ranging from Common to Talib Kweli, and credit is certainly due.
If you’ve got any favorites, don’t be afraid to share them in the comments.