What makes Bone-A-Fide by T-Bone notable?

This album is significant for its chart performance, reaching notable positions on Christian music charts and contributing to the growing popularity of Christian hip-hop in mainstream circles. Critics praised T-Bone's lyrical depth and authenticity, helping to elevate the genre and inspire subsequent artists within the movement. Released in 2005, Bone-A-Fide marked T-Bone's return to the Christian hip-hop scene following a brief hiatus after his previous album, The Last Testament. At this point in his career, T-Bone was solidifying his role as a prominent voice in the genre, having already gained recognition for blending rap with gospel influences.

How many songs are on Bone-A-Fide?

Bone-A-Fide has 15 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

Bone-A-Fide

T-Bone · 2005

51 min · 15 tracks · Christian hip-hop

Energetic beats and sharp lyrics intertwine, delivering powerful messages of faith and resilience against a backdrop of vibrant hip-hop production.

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Top tracks — play these first

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12 Years Ago — This track reflects on personal growth and struggles, showcasing T-Bone's storytelling ability while addressing themes of redemption and perseverance.
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Hard Streets (feat. Tracy Lane) — Featuring a powerful collaboration, this song tackles urban challenges and highlights community issues, resonating with listeners through its honest depiction of life experiences.
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Can I Live (feat. LaShawn Daniels) — This track features a compelling dialogue about life's choices and faith, merging soulful melodies with thought-provoking lyrics that exemplify T-Bone's mission-driven artistry.
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Victory! Victory! Victory! — An anthem of triumph, this closing track encapsulates the album's overarching message of hope and celebration, leaving listeners with an uplifting sense of purpose.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100

Foothills

Higher than 51% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic production with thoughtful lyrics, showcasing T-Bone's role in Christian hip-hop.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, maintaining this pace through the first half before introducing slower, reflective pieces.
The production employs vibrant beats and layered instrumentation, creating a rich soundscape that supports the lyrical themes of faith and resilience.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 The Rally 1:24
2 12 Years Ago 3:00
3 Hard Streets (feat. Tracy Lane) 4:18
4 Let That Thang Go 3:49
5 Can I Live (feat. LaShawn Daniels) 4:05
6 I Been Looking Around 3:50
7 Follow T 4:05
8 Hasta La Victoria Siempre! 0:46
9 A Few Good Men (feat. Mack 10) 4:06
10 Shake Ya Body 4:17
11 The Sanction (feat. Sway and Tech) 2:05
12 You Can't Win (feat. Chino XL) 4:02
13 It's OK 4:04
14 Bounce 3:52
15 Victory! Victory! Victory! 3:53

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