Back on My B.S.
Busta Rhymes · 2009
59 min · 15 tracks · hardcore hip-hop
Dynamic beats and rapid-fire lyrics collide, showcasing Busta Rhymes' signature energy and lyrical prowess.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wheel of Fortune Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Hustler’s Anthem ’09 — This track encapsulates the album's theme of resilience and ambition, with an infectious hook and driving beat that energizes listeners.
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Arab Money — A bold commentary on wealth and cultural appropriation, this track showcases Busta's witty wordplay and ability to provoke thought while entertaining.
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We Miss You — This poignant tribute reflects Busta’s emotional depth, addressing loss and remembrance, providing a contrasting tone to the album's more upbeat tracks.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with gradual climax
- high-energy tracks for motivation
- for workout playlists
- lyrical prowess that demands attention
- vibrant party atmosphere
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- want standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Reaffirmed Busta's presence in hip-hop after a hiatus, gaining notable chart success.
- Themes
- hip-hop resilience· Brooklyn ambition· collaborative energy
- Career context
- Released in 2009, Back on My B.S. marks Busta Rhymes' return to the forefront of hip-hop after a four-year hiatus since The Big Bang. The album came at a time when he sought to reaffirm his presence in the evolving rap landscape, following years of commercial success and critical acclaim.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Missy Elliott· Ludacris· Q-Tip
Tracklist
- 1 Wheel of Fortune Start here 3:24
- 2 Give Em What They Askin For 3:24
- 3 Respect My Conglomerate 3:34
- 4 Shoot for the Moon 3:20
- 5 Hustler’s Anthem ’09 4:29
- 6 Kill Dem 3:47
- 7 Arab Money 2:45
- 8 I’m a Go and Get My… 4:54
- 9 We Want In 3:10
- 10 We Miss You 5:01
- 11 Sugar 4:04
- 12 Don’t Believe Em 3:49
- 13 Decision 4:27
- 14 If You Don't KNow Now You Know 4:59
- 15 World Go Round 3:51
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Tha Carter III
Lil Wayne
Similar high-energy delivery and lyrical dexterity, both showcase resilience and ambition in their narratives.
Graduation
Kanye West
Shares vibrant production and collaborative spirit, blending personal themes with energetic beats.
Deeper Than Rap
Rick Ross
Both albums reflect East Coast influences and feature ambitious storytelling over dynamic production.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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