Born to Be a Thug
Young Buck · 2002
74 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop
A gritty tapestry of Southern hip-hop infused with raw narratives and pulsating beats that command attention.
Why this album works
The album helped solidify Young Buck's place in Southern hip-hop by showcasing his storytelling ability within gangsta rap conventions. It received positive reviews and contributed to the growing popularity of the G-Unit collective, influencing many Southern hip-hop artists who followed.
- Best for
- dynamic flow with narrative peaks gritty storytelling in every track pulsating beats for high energy
- Context
- Released in January 2002, 'Born to Be a Thug' marks Young Buck's debut solo album following his emergence as a member of G-Unit. At this point in his career, he was gaining prominence after contributing to the group's success on 'Beg for Mercy' the previous year, setting the stage for his individual artistic identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Linkin Park· Drake· Mariah Carey· Beyoncé· Lana Del Rey· Jennifer Lopez· Miley Cyrus· LL Cool J
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Born to Be a Thug (intro) 3:05
- 2 Can’t Slow My Roll 4:06
- 3 Get High (skit) 4:02
- 4 Fuck tha Game Standout 4:05
- 5 Get High 5:29
- 6 Take It Outside 4:43
- 7 Daddy When U Comin Home Standout 5:08
- 8 Hold It Down 4:39
- 9 Tha Ville Is On 5:00
- 10 Uh Oh 4:08
- 11 No Remorse (skit) 4:40
- 12 Look at Cha Now 4:51
- 13 Watch What U Say 2 Me 5:22
- 14 I Don’t Lie 3:36
- 15 A Hoe Gon Be a Hoe 4:40
- 16 I Luv tha Hood Standout 3:25
- 17 Til Im Dead & Gone 3:45
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