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Native Deen
Native Deen was a hip-hop duo from Los Angeles formed by Yusuf Islam and Tairrie B. They released their self-titled debut album in 2000, which established...
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Be At The Top
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Dedication
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Deen You Know
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Drug Free '05
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Eid Morning
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For The Prophets
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Hold The Line
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Intentions
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Labayk
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Life's Worth
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Looking Glass
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Lord Is Watching
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M-U-S-L-I-M
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Paradise
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Pray Before
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Rain Song
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Native Deen was a hip-hop duo from Los Angeles formed by Yusuf Islam and Tairrie B. They released their self-titled debut album in 2000, which established their sound blending hip-hop with R&B and soul influences. Their music often carried positive messages, with songs like 'Be At The Top' and 'Drug Free '05' becoming popular among their listeners.
In 2003, they had a breakthrough with the single 'Be At The Top,' which received significant airplay and helped expand their audience. That same year they released 'I Declare War' and a remix album, followed by 'Peace, Love, and Hip Hop' in 2005. Their lineup included Paul Humphrey on keyboards, Anthony Reed on drums, and Chris Maher on bass.
Some of their lyrics drew criticism for how they portrayed women, particularly in songs like 'Jane Doe' and 'Hell for a Man.' The band maintained these were artistic expressions reflecting life experiences rather than literal statements. They released four studio albums between 2000 and 2005 before their activity slowed.
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