5% is the solo debut from Brand Nubian member Lord Jamar. Accompanied by a 90 + page booklet that traces the history of the 5% Nation from the Nation of Islam through current hip-hop culture. The conscious lyrics are matched with solid production. Lord Jamar enlists help from the Wu-Tang and Brand Nubian families, as guest appearances include RZA, Raekwon, Poppa Wu, Grand Puba, and Sadat X.