1st of tha Month
Bone Thugs-n-Harmony · 1995
26 min · 6 tracks · contemporary R&B
A harmonious blend of rapid-fire verses and melodic hooks, embodying the essence of '90s hip-hop innovation.
Top tracks — play these first
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1st of tha Month (radio edit) Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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1st of tha Month (album version) — This track exemplifies Bone Thugs-n-Harmony's signature blend of rapid-fire delivery and melodic harmonies, encapsulating their innovative approach to hip-hop.
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Die Die Die (album version) — This track showcases the group's darker lyrical themes while maintaining their characteristic flow, highlighting their versatility within the gangsta rap genre.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single's innovative blend of rap and melody stands out, though its cohesion suffers from multiple versions of the same track.
What we noticed
- The lead track features rapid-fire verses interspersed with melodic hooks, creating a dynamic contrast throughout its length.
- The thematic content revolves around life struggles and monthly challenges, which is reinforced by the lyrical delivery and vocal harmonies.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- melodic storytelling with grit
- urban life exploration vibes
- short bursts of reflection
- steady progression to conclusion
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer listening experiences
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This single solidified Bone Thugs-n-Harmony's unique style and gained wider recognition.
- Themes
- first of the month struggles· Cleveland street life· gangsta rap resilience
- Career context
- Released on June 15, 1995, '1st of tha Month' was pivotal for Bone Thugs-n-Harmony as it followed their critically acclaimed debut album 'E. 1999 Eternal'. This single helped solidify their unique style characterized by harmonizing vocals and intricate rap flows, marking a significant moment in their rise to prominence in the hip-hop scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Three 6 Mafia· Twista· Tech N9ne
Tracklist
- 1 1st of tha Month (radio edit) Start here 5:06
- 2 1st of tha Month (radio edit with Tré) 4:53
- 3 1st of tha Month (album version) 5:05
- 4 1st of tha Month (instrumental) 5:05
- 5 1st of tha Month (a cappella) 3:54
- 6 Die Die Die (album version) 2:53
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