Libraries (album)

Libraries is the debut studio album by American hip hop duo Nappy Roots. Released in 1998, it served as an introduction to the group's Southern-rooted style and themes, exploring topics relevant to their experiences in rural Kentucky and the broader Southern landscape. The album is characterized by its lyrical focus on community, social issues, and personal narratives, presented with a blend of conscious rap and storytelling. It established Nappy Roots' distinctive sound, laying the groundwork for their later, more commercially successful releases.