Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Surprise fans with Netflix Performance
Cleveland – May 24, 2024 – The legendary rap group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony surprised fans with a performance on Netflix’s Everybody’s Live With John Mulaney. Appearing after a skit at the show,the group performed their famous song. The television appearance provided a nostalgic trip for many fans. The unexpected appearance is expected to draw in new listeners as the band continues to stay busy, keep an eye out for the upcoming album.
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Surprise fans with Netflix Performance
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, the Grammy Award-winning rap group from Cleveland, Ohio, made a memorable appearance on Netflix’s Everybody’s Live With John Mulaney. The group performed their iconic 1996 hit, “Tha Crossroads,” delighting fans and marking an unexpected return to late-night television.
The Backstory: Mulaney’s Quest to Book Bone Thugs
The performance was particularly special given John Mulaney’s previous attempts to book the group. Months prior, Mulaney shared a humorous anecdote about being tricked by someone impersonating the group’s manager. The comedian had been trying to arrange a skit involving actor Richard Kind and a pet tortoise. Mulaney jokingly pleaded with the real members of Bone Thugs to contact him and clear this up.
Did You Know?
John Mulaney is a well-known comedian and writer, celebrated for his stand-up specials and work on Saturday Night Live.His unique brand of observational humor has earned him a dedicated following.
The Performance: A Nostalgic Throwback
During the show, bone Thugs-N-Harmony emerged after a skit featuring a trio of 14-year-olds who outperformed Mulaney. The group then performed “Tha Crossroads” and presented a wrestling belt trophy to the teens,adding a playful touch to the segment.
“Tha Crossroads”: A Chart-Topping Legacy
Released in 1996, “Tha Crossroads” dominated the Billboard Hot 100 chart for eight consecutive weeks. The song, a tribute to their late mentor Eazy-E, remains their most commercially triumphant single. It also secured a grammy Award for best rap performance by a duo or group, cementing their status as pioneers of melodic rap during the 1990s.
Lineup and Recent Activity
The performance featured Krayzie Bone, layzie Bone, Bizzy Bone, and Wish Bone. Flesh-N-Bone was not present. This appearance follows the release of “Aww Shit” in April,Bone Thugs-N-Harmony’s first new single in nearly 15 years. The track features all five founding members and serves as the lead single from a forthcoming full-length album, according to Greenback Records.
Pro Tip
Keep an eye out for Bone Thugs-N-Harmony’s upcoming album and tour dates. This is a great opportunity to experience their iconic sound live!
Upcoming Performances
The group has confirmed a series of live dates for summer 2025, including a slot at the Roots Picnic’s Class of ’95 at the Hollywood Bowl and appearances as part of the kings of the West festival series.
A History of Hits
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony have charted 10 songs on the Hot 100, including:
- “1st of tha Month” (No. 14)
- “Look into My Eyes” (No. 4)
- “If I Could Teach the World” (No.20)
Their 1995 album E. 1999 Eternal spent two weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and has since been certified quadruple platinum.
