The process was one of pure synergy, with Mos Def often dropping by other producers' sessions to share ideas. Engineer John Wydrycs noted that many of the ideas for the album had been percolating for a while, with Mos Def having saved some of his most potent material from the Black Star sessions, using his solo debut to fully voice his perspective.

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The album's lyrics reflect Mos Def's experiences growing up in Brooklyn, as well as his observations on life, politics, and social justice. Tracks like "The Times" and "New World Order" showcase Mos Def's storytelling ability and his ability to weave complex rhyme schemes.

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