This is a nice smooth album to listen to. Rik G. who's real name is Richard Jr. is a very cool calm person. He grew up and still resides in the bay area of Calfornia. He made this album during his times when he really wanted to sing. Things changed as he went on, becomming a father and taking care of his mother, so he decided to put music on hold for a while. His voice is still the same as your hear now. I asked him was he still going to pursue his music and he told me, "I have never stopped, just have things to work on right now." He has a niece, Shanita, that will soon make it to stores (hopefully this year), she has a voice that would put tears to your eyes. He comes from a family of 11, that was blessed with voices. Time to bone is an album that i really enjoyed the most in 1997. Ghetto sexy was nice also. Rik G. also appears on some Oakland compliation hits. Try out this album and see how you like it.