Dilated Peoples is a hip-hop group from Los Angeles, California, formed in 1992. The trio consists of rapper Rakaa "Iriscience," rapper and producer Evidence, and DJ Babu, who is also part of the pioneering DJ crew Beat Junkies. Known for their conscious lyrics and innovative production, they gained underground fame with tracks like "Work the Angles" before breaking into the mainstream with their 2001 album "Expansion Team," featuring the hit single "Worst Comes to Worst." Throughout their career, Dilated Peoples have been celebrated for their commitment to the fundamental elements of hip-hop culture and their influence on the genre's evolution.