The Low End Theory is the second studio album by American hip hop group A Tribe Called Quest, released on September 24, 1991.

In the years since its release, The Low End Theory has garnered recognition from music critics and writers as a milestone in alternative hip hop. The album is regarded as Phife Dawg's breakout and is credited for helping launch rapper Busta Rhymes's successful solo career. The album's influence on artists in hip hop, R&B and other genres has been attributed to the group's lyricism and Q-Tip's production, which bridged the gap between jazz and hip hop. It is widely regarded as one of the greatest hip hop albums of all time, appearing on many best album lists by music critics and writers.

Tracklisting 

Disc 1 Side A

1. Excursions
2. Buggin' Out
3. Rap Promoter
4. Butter
   

Disc 1 Side B 

1. Verses from the Abstract
2. Show Business
3. Vibes and Stuff
   

Disc 2 Side A 

1. Infamous Date Rape
2. Check the Rhime
3. Everything Is Fair
   

Disc 2 Side B 

1. Jazz (We've Got)
2. Skypager
3. What?
4. Scenario