before going independent with his own label javotti media, talib kweli released albums through several major labels, including geffen,warner bros., and capitol. talib kwelis previous albums have included guest appearances by the likes of kendrick lamar, mary j. blige, rick ross, norah jones,kanye west, justin timberlake, jay electronica, miguel, waka flocka flame, john legend, nelly, will.i.am, bilal, common, busta rhymes, curren$y, robert glasper, big k.r.i.t., and many more.