[1] Often referred to as PRT by its fans, Poor Righteous Teachers was known as a socially and politically conscious hip hop group, with musical content inspired by the teachings of the Nation of Gods and Earths.

Culture Freedom provided vocals and production, and Father Shaheed served as a DJ and producer.

About.com ranked the group's lead MC, Wise Intelligent, number five on its list of the 10 Most Underrated Rappers, calling him "one of the most creative MCs of our time.

"[2] PRT debuted in 1989 with the release of the single "Time to Say Peace" b/w "Butt Naked Booty Bless."

While not as commercially successful as these albums, Holy Intellect received critical acclaim and spawned the group's only major radio hit, "Rock Dis Funky Joint."