David Jude Jolicoeur

Awards & Honours

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David Jolicoeur's most significant individual accolade was the 2006 Grammy for co-writing "Feel Good Inc.", a track that crossed over to mainstream pop audiences. His legacy is also marked by the lasting influence of De La Soul's debut album, which was added to the National Recording Registry in 2010. Posthumously, he has been celebrated by peers and fans alike, with tributes from artists like Questlove and Chuck D.

AwardsDavid Jolicoeur won one Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals in 2006 for co-writing "Feel Good Inc." with Gorillaz. He did not win any other major solo awards, though De La Soul received group honors, including a BET Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023.

Honours & Distinctions

National Recording Registry

Library of Congress·2010

For the album 3 Feet High and Rising, recognized as culturally and historically significant.

Rankings & Lists

#145

500 Greatest Albums of All Time

Rolling Stone·2020

Magazine Covers

The Source

1989

De La Soul cover

Vibe

1996

De La Soul cover