"Respiration" is a song by American rappers Mos Def and Talib Kweli, collectively known as Black Star.

It features a guest verse from fellow American rapper Common and guitar playing by DeChown Jenkins.

In addition, the song's introduction samples a monologue from the hip hop documentary Style Wars.

[1] Two remixes were made for "Respiration": 'Flying High Mix' contains production by Pete Rock and a verse by Black Thought of The Roots.

1 compilation album also features Pete Rock production, but has a guest verse by Common instead of Black Thought.