Uni5: The World's Enemy
Bone Thugs-n-Harmony · 2010
58 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B
A blend of introspective lyrics and intricate harmonies layered over a diverse range of hip-hop beats.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rebirth Start here — This track opens the album with a powerful declaration of renewal and growth, setting an introspective tone that permeates throughout the record.
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Only God Can Judge Me — This song embodies the group's struggles with judgment and redemption, blending poignant lyrics with their signature melodic flow.
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Meet Me in the Sky — Here, themes of aspiration and transcendence are explored through ethereal harmonies and reflective verses, showcasing their lyrical depth.
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Pay What They Owe — In this track, the group tackles issues of accountability and justice, merging social commentary with their distinct rhythmic style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective storytelling journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional exploration
- thought-provoking lyrical themes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a return after a hiatus, showcasing continued relevance in hip-hop.
- Themes
- Midwest hip-hop resilience· judgment and redemption· aspiration in adversity
- Career context
- Released in early 2010, Uni5: The World's Enemy marked Bone Thugs-n-Harmony's return after a five-year hiatus since their previous album, Strength & Loyalty. This release came during a transitional period for the group, as they sought to redefine their sound while maintaining their signature harmonic style amidst a changing hip-hop landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Three 6 Mafia· Twista· Tech N9ne
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Only God Can Judge Me
The bridge shifts perspectives to directly confront societal judgment while emphasizing personal faith and resilience.
This moment marks a pivotal transition in the song, allowing for vulnerability that contrasts sharply with the confidence established earlier.
Tracklist
- 1 The Law (intro) 1:00
- 2 Rebirth Start here 7:15
- 3 See Me Shine 6:04
- 4 Only God Can Judge Me 4:13
- 5 Wanna Be 5:18
- 6 My Life 4:49
- 7 Everytime 5:34
- 8 Fearless (interlude) 0:34
- 9 Gone 4:29
- 10 Meet Me in the Sky 5:16
- 11 Universe 3:44
- 12 A New Mind = A New Life (interlude) 0:44
- 13 Pay What They Owe 5:25
- 14 Facts Don't Lie 3:42
What to play next
The Art of War: World War III
2013
Continues the thematic depth and complexity found in Uni5, with evolved production.
Thuggish II
2010
Prepares the listener with similar energy and lyrical focus before diving into Uni5.
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