The Art of War
Bone Thugs-n-Harmony · 1997
121 min · 28 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · gangsta rap
A kaleidoscopic blend of melodic flows and intricate harmonies layered over gritty, cinematic beats.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with interludes
- wave-like pacing throughout tracks
- cathartic anthems for reflection
- immersive storytelling in listening
- melodic flows over gritty beats
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer concise standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 1997, 'The Art of War' is Bone Thugs-n-Harmony's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'The Art of War: Vol. 1'. At this point in their career, the group was solidifying their unique sound that merged rapid-fire lyrical delivery with harmonious melodies, further establishing them as pioneers in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Three 6 Mafia· Twista· Tech N9ne
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Retaliation (intro) 2:20
- 2 Handle the Vibe 4:40
- 3 Look Into My Eyes 4:19
- 4 Body Rott 5:01
- 5 It’s All Mo’ Thug 5:12
- 6 Ready 4 War 4:36
- 7 Ain’t Nothin’ Changed (Everyday Thang, Part 2) 4:43
- 8 Clog Up Yo Mind 5:01
- 9 It’s All Real 5:08
- 10 Hardtimes (interlude) 2:49
- 11 Mind of a Souljah 4:39
- 12 If I Could Teach the World 4:24
- 13 Family Tree 5:54
Disc 2
- 1 Mo’ Thug (interlude) 1:39
- 2 Thug Luv 5:08
- 3 Hatin’ Nation 5:12
- 4 7 Sign 4:48
- 5 Wasteland Warriors 4:28
- 6 Neighborhood Slang (interlude) 1:29
- 7 U Ain’t Bone 5:05
- 8 Get Cha Thug On 4:02
- 9 All Original 4:57
- 10 Blaze It (interlude) 2:07
- 11 Let the Law End 3:36
- 12 Whom Die They Lie 4:24
- 13 Friends 5:09
- 14 Evil Paradise 4:46
- 15 Mo’ Thug Family Tree 5:38
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