3 Feet High And Rising
by De La Soul

Overall rank: 412th | 1980s rank: 59th | 1989 rank: 5th
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2026	culwin	Top 44 Music Albums of 1989	17/44	3
2026	zags7000	Top 100 Music Albums of the 1980s	64/100	7
2026	AledJames	Top 100 Music Albums of the 1980s	64/100	7
2026	jonny5244	My Album Club Picks	38/63	-
2026	ornot27	Top 66 Music Albums of the 1980s	20/66	14
2026	Rhyner	Top 16 Music Albums of 1989	14/16	1
2026	ERadio	801-900	71/100	-
2026	Leonard	Top 100 Music Albums of 1989	63/100	2
2026	LedZep	Top 100 Music Albums of the 1980s	55/100	9
2026	Rich150	Top 100 Greatest Music Albums	42/100	59
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		Total Rank Score: The total rank score.		3,981

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This album is rated in the top 2% of all albums on BestEverAlbums.com. This album has a Bayesian average rating of 78.4/100, a mean average of 76.8/100, and a trimmed mean (excluding outliers) of 78.5/100. The standard deviation for this album is 17.8.

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95/100

From Jonboy 10/10/2024 19:26 | #305596

Probably the greatest hip-hop album ever made... (Edited)

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40/100

From wizardalien 09/08/2024 19:11 | #305187

Eye Know, Buddy and Say No Go I'd listen to again, but not a fan of the rest of the album especially the regular interludes and short tracks which don't offer anything. Never been a fan of those sorts of albums very rarely do I enjoy them (Edited)

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95/100

From alexandermause 05/05/2024 18:30 | #303372

A seminal work in the history of hip-hop. Philosophical lyrics combined with masterful production and a one-of-a-kind concept make the album a true standout. 9.5/10! (Edited)

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80/100

From poirotketchup 12/21/2023 16:29 | #300575

"3 Feet High and Rising" by De La Soul is an intriguing listen, even for someone not deeply versed in music. The album's playful, innovative mix of eclectic samples and lighthearted lyrics creates a refreshingly upbeat atmosphere that's accessible to a wide audience. Its departure from the more intense themes commonly found in rap music of its era makes it a unique and enjoyable experience. The tracks flow together seamlessly, painting a vivid auditory landscape that's both entertaining and thought-provoking, highlighting the group's creativity and the album's significant impact on the hip-hop genre. (Edited)

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95/100

From andromeda 10/01/2023 21:01 | #299332

One of the best hip hop albums of all time! (Edited)

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