What makes Thug by Nature by Layzie Bone notable?

The album showcases Layzie Bone's distinct chopper flow and solidified his position within the gangsta rap genre. It received attention for its storytelling and dark themes, contributing to the horrorcore movement while also charting on Billboard's Heatseekers Albums list. Released on March 20, 2001, 'Thug by Nature' is Layzie Bone's first solo album after his time with Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. At this point in his career, he was navigating his identity as a solo artist while still heavily influenced by the group's signature sound and complex lyrical style.

Who is Thug by Nature for?

Thug by Nature works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on Thug by Nature?

Thug by Nature has 19 tracks, running approximately 70 minutes.

Thug by Nature

Layzie Bone · 2001

70 min · 19 tracks · hip-hop

A gritty blend of rapid-fire verses and haunting melodies, embodying the raw essence of Midwest hip-hop.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Fear No Man — This track exemplifies Layzie Bone’s confident delivery and bold lyrics about resilience and defiance in the face of adversity, encapsulating the album's overall ethos.
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Still the Greatest — In this track, Layzie reflects on his journey and achievements, using introspective lyrics that reveal vulnerability amidst bravado, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Thug by Nature — The title track serves as an anthem for embracing one's identity, showcasing a blend of melodic hooks and hard-hitting verses that resonate with fans of the genre.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
long, immersive listening sessions
dynamic emotional journeys
contemplative thematic explorations

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on March 20, 2001, 'Thug by Nature' is Layzie Bone's first solo album after his time with Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. At this point in his career, he was navigating his identity as a solo artist while still heavily influenced by the group's signature sound and complex lyrical style.
Stylistic neighbors: Bizzy Bone· Twista· Tech N9ne

Tracklist

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

1 Carole of the Bones 0:53
2 Battlefield 4:04
3 Connectin’ the Plots 4:23
4 Fear No Man 3:39
5 Time Will Tell 4:16
6 Where You Goin? (skit) 1:10
7 How Long Will It Last 4:53
8 Deadly Musical 4:18
9 Fire in tha Hole (skit) 0:39
10 There They Go 3:59
11 My Niggaz 3:11
12 Still the Greatest 5:29
13 Make My Day 3:54
14 Lock-N-Load 4:34
15 Up Against tha Wall 3:45
16 Thug by Nature 4:42
17 Smoke On 3:56
18 Listen 4:05
19 As the Rain 4:50

What to play next

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