Based on a True Story is the debut album by New Zealand group Fat Freddy's Drop. Based on a True Story utilized the band's trademark dub, reggae, soul and funk influenced sound, and has been successful both in terms of sales and of critical reception.

Tracklist:
A1 Ernie 7:17
A2 Cay's Crays 7:07
A3 This Room 5:00
B1 Ray Ray 7:38
B2 Flashback 6:40
C1 Roady 7:09
C2 Wandering Eye 9:41
D1 Dark Days 6:36
D2 Del Fuego 5:22
D3 Hope 7:18