This is the last of the three classic Tribe albums.  It's also the most consistent and mature.  This is the album where Phife steps up and becomes more a partner to the Abstract Poet, instead of being second bannana.  Of  course, Q-Tip is/was one of the best emcees out there, continuing his trend  of being thoughtful and witty within the same breath.  Ali Shaheed Muhammed  is one of the most musical beatmakers in the industry