Late Registration

Released: August 30, 2005

Building on the success of The College Dropout, Late Registration features more polished production and a wider range of musical influences. Collaborating with renowned composer Jon Brion, Kanye pushed the boundaries of rap, infusing orchestral elements with soulful beats. Standout tracks like "Gold Digger" and "Touch the Sky" solidified Kanye's position as a mainstream force in the music industry.