Ruthless
Bizzy Bone · 2008
45 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop
A gritty exploration of street life, featuring rapid-fire verses and haunting melodies that capture the struggle and resilience of urban existence.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fuck da World — This track embodies the album's defiant spirit, with Bizzy's intricate flow drawing listeners into his perspective on societal issues and personal strife.
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Gangsta — Here, Bizzy combines hard-hitting lyrics with a compelling beat, reflecting the duality of his life as both an artist and a product of his environment.
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Get High — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics that delve into escapism, contrasting the album's more aggressive themes while showcasing Bizzy's versatility.
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Ready 4 War — With its aggressive delivery and battle-ready attitude, this song encapsulates the confrontational edge that permeates much of Bizzy's work throughout the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gritty urban storytelling vibes
- intense emotional reflections
- thought-provoking lyrical depth
- layered sonic landscapes
- steady rhythmic progression
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2008, Ruthless marked Bizzy Bone's fourth studio album, coming after a series of solo projects and collaborations that solidified his status within the hip-hop community. At this point, he was navigating a resurgence in interest following his earlier work with Bone Thugs-n-Harmony and extensive solo efforts, showcasing both his lyrical prowess and unique chopper style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Twista· Tech N9ne· Bone Thugs-n-Harmony
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Get High
The moment shifts from vivid imagery of escapism to stark reflections on personal challenges without losing its rhythmic flow.
This transition deepens the emotional weight of the song while maintaining an engaging pace, underscoring how coping mechanisms are intricately woven into urban narratives.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro (Layzie dedication) 1:50
- 2 That’s How 3:43
- 3 It’s 19 99 2:55
- 4 Fuck da World 4:35
- 5 Gangsta 4:51
- 6 Get Bizzy 3:55
- 7 Hoodtails 4:24
- 8 Ready 4 War 3:28
- 9 Get High 3:35
- 10 Uptown Downtown 3:57
- 11 4 da Ladies 3:46
- 12 Rollercoaster 4:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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