Based on a True Story is the fifth solo studio album by American rapper Silkk the Shocker.

Production was handled by Myke Diesel, Donald "XL" Robertson and Serious.

It features guest appearances from Master P, Curren$y, Germany, Motor Bike Mike, Petey Pablo and Pop.

The album peaked at number 88 on the Billboard 200, number 22 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums, number 13 on the Top Rap Albums and number 7 on the Independent Albums charts in the United States.

The album's lead single "We Like Them Girls" made it to number 69 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and number 15 on the Hot Rap Songs charts.