In a recent interview, Krayzie Bone (Anthony Henderson) expounded on specifics of Bone-Thugs-and Harmony and the shifting landscape of hip hop. In the time allotted, he looked back, going over experiences. While in the flow of the conversation, he paused to draw a solid premise regarding the lack of current hip-hop collectives and rap groups. And admittedly, he was dead on.
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony is a standout rap collective that became ultra-successful in the early to mid-90s. Known for their rapid-fire lyricism and laid-back persona, they were distinctive in their sound and style. Bone Thugs-N-Harmony had a “ruggish-thuggish” signature that could not be duplicated, which earned them a spot as one of the best hip-hop collectives to have done their thing.
Krazie Bone and Brown Bag Mornings
Krayzie Bone, a founding member of the super hip-hop group, sat down with Brown Bag to discuss their origin, career, and music. One of the featured topics was that of “The Crossroads,” a mega-hit, a song for which they won a Grammy in 1997. The inspiration behind the track was a significant talking point.
However, the artist discussed other matters of greater depth, such as artists and their penchant for pouring back into the community. He then mentioned an endeavor in progress with the aim of providing education to others.
Krayzie Bone Gets Pointed: Talks Ego
In discussing the lack of rap groups and collectives in modern hip-hop, Krayzie was pointed in his explanation . According to Krayzie, it all boils down to selfishness. As he firmly stated,
“You can’t have groups like you had back in the day because nobody wants to be that dude; everyone wants to be THAT dude,” the showrunner.
And he’s right. Across genres, ego has played a vital role in the dissolution of many groups. In fact, egotism is one of the biggest threats to success.
Krayzie Bone Talks Brotherhood
It wasn’t hard to segue into the conversation about the current presence of hip-hop groups. Krayzie has quite a bit of experience regarding the dynamic of a collective and what works and what doesn’t. Plus, the tête-à-tête began with him discussing the meaning of brotherhood in the context of a hip-hop collective. He went on to explain what he felt is the glue that holds brothers together, especially those who share a dream.
A Reflective Past: Experience is the Best Teacher
However, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony didn’t exactly end on the best of terms. According to Digital Spy, it was, in fact, Krayzie Bone who announced he was leaving the group.
And this decision resulted in a lot of animosities. According to Flesh Bone, Krayzie’s choice had been disrespectful. And Lazy Bone openly expressed his vitriol, referring to Krayzie as a
“Dumb f**k” who could not appreciate that the trio made him who he is.”
Keeping It In Context
Many may be wary of Krayzie Bones’ sentiments considering the dissolution of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. And some may even question Krayzie Bones’ earlier motives. Truthfully no matter what counterarguments are presented or what was said at the time, people believe what they believe. Regardless of what did or did not go down with Bone Thugs-N-Harmony in the larger context, experience is always the best teacher. And no one knows better than the individual who has been through something. So, for those who may disagree, all that can be said is that the proof is out there.Many unrivaled talents have collapsed because of egotism time and again.
