A Tribe Called Quest's debut album was not a huge hit, but it is considered essential, even classic, by many hip-hop fans.
Tribe's sophomore album did not disappoint—in fact, on most counts it surpassed expectations, becoming an immediate classic through its jazzy samples and loveably low-key beats.
The wildest thing is that there is still a debate about which album is better: The Low End Theory or Midnight Marauders? In other words, ATCQ just kept one-upping themselves.