Hip-hop legends De La Soul have publicly denounced an unauthorized biography titled "High and Rising: A Book About De La Soul," written by Marcus J. Moore and released by Dey Street Books on November 19.

The group released a statement emphasizing their complete lack of involvement with the book and their intention to explore legal options. They stressed the importance of maintaining control over their narrative, particularly following their recent successful battle for ownership of their music catalog.

While some fans defend Moore's right to write about the group, De La Soul has announced plans for their own "authentic" project scheduled for Spring 2025.

Moore, who previously authored "The Butterfly Effect: How Kendrick Lamar Ignited the Soul of Black America," describes his work as a "cultural biography with critical analysis" and a personal memoir. He spent four years writing the book, completing it after the passing of group member Dave and his own mother.

Despite Moore's intentions to celebrate De La Soul's influence on his life, the group maintains their opposition to the unauthorized publication, emphasizing their right to tell their own story in their own way.

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