The Grind Date is the seventh studio album by legendary New York hip-hop trio De La Soul, originally released in 2004 on Sanctuary Records. The album marked a creative resurgence for the group, delivering a mature and focused body of work that reminded the world why De La Soul remain one of hip-hop's most respected acts.

The record features a stellar lineup of guest appearances and production contributions, including work from J Dilla, whose beats give several tracks an unmistakable warmth and depth. The album balances introspective lyricism with sharp wit, staying true to the trio's signature style while reflecting a harder, more refined edge.

Label: Tommy Boy / Demon Music Group
Genre: Hip-Hop
Original Release Year: 2004

Tracklist:

Side A
The Future
Verbal Clap
Much More
Shopping Bags (She Got From You)
The Grind Date

Side B
Church
It's Like That
He Comes
Days Of Our Lives

Side C
Come On Down
No
Rock Co.Kane Flow
Shoomp

Side D
The Grind Date (Instrumental)
Verbal Clap (Instrumental)
Shopping Bags (Instrumental)
Days Of Our Lives (Instrumental)