What makes Faces of Death by Bone Thugs-n-Harmony notable?

'Faces of Death' is significant for its fusion of horrorcore themes with G-funk elements, influencing subsequent artists within the genre. The album's gritty narratives and distinct sound garnered attention in the early '90s hip-hop landscape, marking Bone Thugs-n-Harmony as pioneers of a new wave in rap music. Released in January 1993, 'Faces of Death' was Bone Thugs-n-Harmony's debut studio album, following their earlier EP 'Creepin on ah Come Up'. At this point in their career, they were establishing their unique style within the Midwest hip-hop scene, combining melodic hooks with intricate rapping techniques. This album set the stage for their later commercial success.

Who is Faces of Death for?

Faces of Death works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, haunting melodies with aggressive delivery and narrative-driven tracks with intensity.

How many songs are on Faces of Death?

Faces of Death has 10 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Faces of Death

Bone Thugs-n-Harmony · 1993

37 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · gangsta rap

Aggressive and haunting, the album blends rapid-fire verses with eerie melodies that capture a chilling narrative.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady pacing for focused listening
haunting melodies with aggressive delivery
narrative-driven tracks with intensity
short bursts of lyrical impact

Maybe skip if you want

prefer upbeat, lighthearted themes
seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in January 1993, 'Faces of Death' was Bone Thugs-n-Harmony's debut studio album, following their earlier EP 'Creepin on ah Come Up'. At this point in their career, they were establishing their unique style within the Midwest hip-hop scene, combining melodic hooks with intricate rapping techniques. This album set the stage for their later commercial success.
Stylistic neighbors: Three 6 Mafia· Twista· Tech N9ne

Tracklist

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

1 Flow Motion (clean) 2:44
2 Everyday Thang 5:17
3 Intro 1:32
4 Def Dick 4:42
5 Sons of Assassins 4:07
6 Hell Sent 5:46
7 #1 Assassin 3:31
8 We Be Fiendin’ 1:39
9 Bless da 40 oz. 4:03
10 Ganksta Attitude 4:26

What to play next

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Creepin on ah Come Up

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