3 Feet High And Rising Double 180gm vinyl LP pressing. “3 Feet High and Rising” is the debut studio album by hip-hop trio De La Soul, released on March 3, 1989. Produced by Prince Paul, this album marked the beginning of a successful collaboration that would define the peak of both parties’ careers. The album was a critical and commercial success, featuring hit singles like “Me Myself and I,” “The Magic Number,” “Buddy,” and “Eye Know.” The title of the album was inspired by the Johnny Cash song “Five Feet High and Rising.” Recognized as one of the essential rock records by Rolling Stone and one of the best rap albums by The Source, it received critical acclaim. In 1989, it was ranked #1 in the Village Voice’s annual Pazz & Jop Critics Poll. Known for their positive and unique style, De La Soul stood out in an era dominated by gangsta rap. Their eclectic sampling, including artists like Hall & Oates, Steely Dan, and The Turtles, set the stage for the stylistic evolution of 1990s alternative hip-hop and jazz rap.
