The Naked Truth
Lil' Kim · 2005
76 min · 21 tracks · contemporary R&B · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop
A bold declaration of self, blending gritty beats with unapologetic lyrics that challenge societal norms.
Why this album works
'The Naked Truth' is notable for being one of the first major albums released by a female rapper post-incarceration. It received critical acclaim and commercial success, peaking at number 6 on the Billboard 200 and solidifying Lil' Kim's place in hip-hop despite controversies surrounding her image and legal issues.
- Career context
- By the time 'The Naked Truth' was released in 2005, Lil' Kim was navigating a complex career landscape following her imprisonment for a perjury conviction. This album came as her first release after serving time and marked a significant moment of personal and artistic rebirth for her, showcasing her resilience in the face of adversity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kool Keith· Ja Rule· Gucci Mane
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:38
- 2 Spell Check 3:37
- 3 Lighters Up Standout 4:22
- 4 Shut Up Bitch Intro 0:55
- 5 Shut Up Bitch Standout 4:19
- 6 Whoa 4:07
- 7 Slippin 4:15
- 8 Answering Machine Skit 1 2:27
- 9 All Good 4:31
- 10 I Know You See Me 3:53
- 11 W.P.I.M.P. 0:30
- 12 Quiet 4:01
- 13 Durty 4:10
- 14 Answering Machine Skit 2 2:23
- 15 We Don’t Give a Fuck Standout 4:21
- 16 Gimmie That 4:27
- 17 Kitty Box 3:49
- 18 Kronik 4:32
- 19 Winners and Losers 0:56
- 20 Get Yours 4:08
- 21 Last Day 10:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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