"The Root" is a song by American recording artist D'Angelo, released January 25, 2000 on the Virgin Records-imprint label Cheeba Sound in the United States. It is the eighth track on his second studio album, Voodoo (2000). "The Root" was recorded and produced by D'Angelo at Electric Lady Studios in New York City during sessions for the album.The song was composed by D'Angelo, guitarist Charlie Hunter, and Luther Archer, D'Angelo's brother.