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De La Soul Embraces Their Regal Side On “Royalty Capes”

The song comes from the trio’s new album and the Anonymous Nobody.

July 19, 2016

Legendary rap trio De La Soul has gone regal with a new tune today titled "Royalty Capes." The song was produced by Dave aka Plug Too during the group's first get togethers in creating upcoming album and the Anonymous Nobody. The royal theme pumps throughout the track as jubilant horns proceed the arrival of verses from Pos and Dave and continue to blast throughout. In a statement to The FADER, Dave had this to say about the track:

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"We are so flattered but we’ve never worn the “Legendary” hat comfortably when placed on our heads. What we value is our creative reputation and the lineage of our careers. Gracefully we’ve step forward for decades with high standard and respect…We don’t wear hats, we wear Royalty Capes.”

Listen to "Royalty Capes" above.