Although I briefly mentioned it in the video, I was confused as to why this song was censored despite the rest of the album being explicit. If anyone knows why please let me know below! Thanks for watching ✌🏻
The reason given for the censorship of the song is because the artist whose song was sampled, the great Grover Washington, Jr., wouldn't allow for any remake of his song, "Moonstreams", to include profanity on the final record.
At 42 I remember when my lil bro got kicked out at 16 years old. He was out of control and my parents had two younger siblings to raise whilst he was raising hell…. This always reminded of that time. God looked out for him as he did well and he’s got 2 kids of his own now as a man in his late 30’s (things could’ve been different) but yeah I get you bro.
This song came out in 98 but I didn’t hear it until 99. I was addicted to pcp for many ears and the first time I heard this song I started to cry because it felt like this song was written for me I was so into my addiction that I abandoned everyone that loved me. But truth be told this song saved my life I’ve been drug free since dec of 1999. Thank you dmx for allowing god to use you to save me.
One of the most prolific artist. Wore his heart on his sleeve. Pure raw talent and energy and always gave praises to God despite his missteps in life. Definitely admirable. He gave us ppl from Yonkers, NY a voice and was considered the ppls champ. Rest In Peace DMX Earl Simmons. One of my favorite rappers of all time.
Man you're doing something incredible for your relationship with your father. One day you'll look back and feel super prod of what you did. An experience treasure.
Damnnn this song means a lot to me…my dad used to bump this alot back when I was a kid and he was still just in his 20s. Now that I’m the same age as he was and still trying to get myself together…seeing him go thru stuff, trying to do the right thing for his two boys and figure life out.. it all makes sense
@@user-qy4ir9ib7d same here im recovering from a stroke that left me half paralyzed ive learned myself to walk agsin though but my lifes hard now harder than it already was
I saw him in concert, I remember he used to end each show with a prayer. He was so genuine and spiritual and loving. The “I can’t get up” part always gets me too esp the second verse. And when he talks about needing to get high to get by, and how his day starts with smoking weed, then drinking made him mean/angry, and finally he’d do coke which made him violent, enough to mug people - he’s talked about that. He was on drugs very badly, that’s why he didn’t care about his appearance. He stayed on the streets with a bloody knife (mugging). Very dark. Dmx stands for dark man X. Dark is his bad side, man is who he is at his core, and X is what you don’t want to know. He explained it kinda like that. He does a lot of dog references because he would befriend/take in stray dogs, he felt they were the only trustworthy thing. He would sleep with them on top of buildings when he was homeless. May he be at peace, he overcame his struggles and was lively. I’ve been binge watching you guys. Y’all are awesome 👍
@@frontroom he’s definitely worth learning about. DMX was given crack unknowingly by a male role model. His interviews about his early life are beyond heartbreaking. He did try though. He married & loved his wife (the boo mentioned in the song) the best he could. He loved his kids. He loved God & prayed in concert & on his albums. A tortured soul who definitely earned his rest.
Bro I read a biography by him, his childhood was terrible, his mother used to abuse him and violently beat him while praising and cherishing his sister because they had different dads, then he was tricked into smoking crack as the previous comment stated. He even had a dog who was his best friend at a low point in his life that was gunned down by the police.
True. He even said he felt like he was supposed to become a preacher but unfortunately his addictions caught up. I was soooo damn ready for his comeback after the VERZUZ he did. I'm happy he lived to give us a final album and it WAS SOOOOO BEAUTIFUL! A BEAUTIFUL PIECE OF WORK. 😢😢😔😔🙏🏿🙏🏿💙💙
If you want to make your dad cry again, make him listen to DMX - I Miss You 😁 2pac is always going to be number 1 for me. But DMX is the only one that could ever come close to him. They both are the complete package with lyrics, deep thoughts, emotions, life experiences, charisma and so on. Unbelievably good, both of them.
He definitely gonna feel this one...still make me cry - The fact that a guy DMX looked up to laced his blunt with crack when he was only 10(i believe that was the age) pisses me off, because he's the reason why he isn't still alive today. RIP to the GOAT! - You guys should listen to his songs: Look Thru My Eyes, Let Me Fly, How's It Goin Down, and the Damien stories. He has a crazy catalog.
From my experience with crack and coke, putting it in weed doesn’t give you any feeling as close to doing them by themselves. I have a hard time believing that’s why he got addicted since the feeling is nowhere close to as strong. I believe it’s just the hard life he lived that drove him to use drugs to get away.
This is the best reaction channel by far, in my opinion. So authentic, kowledgeble and a really loving and respectful connection between you two. Much Love♥️
@@stewartcotton9954 OHHHHHHHHHHHHH! I literally yelled that aloud. Ugh. I used to play that song over and over and over over again in middle school when he dropped that album. That song got me through whew. Wow. Yes.
DMX was born in Baltimore and moved to Mount Vernon, NY. This song speaks about the hurt, pain, trials and tribulations that he endured as a child. His mother named him after one of her boyfriends, and some of the guys used to beat on him and so did his mother. His mother disregarded his presence because she was always high. He found a friend in dog, he felt loved unconditionally and not alone. They slept on rooftops of his apartment building. He was talking about his ex wife when he said and to my boo who stuck with a n through all the bullshit because it's due, her name is Tashera. It's like he predicted his future.
How I relate to DMX it's all trama childhood... which I want tho it never lives you that's for sure these songs he's words help me so much what a man what a soul so missed but we all meet 1day ❤️ pure love to all 💯🙏✌️
He was very religious, and I think the woman singing in the background and the end symbolizes angels that are always there and when he quiets his mind he can hear them.
This album came out right around Christmas in ‘98. I vividly remember being 15 and walking in the snow with my Walkman while listening to this album and specifically, this song on repeat. It was sort of a “transitionary” period in a boys life where you realize it’s time to become a man and a lot of change was to come. Something about this song’s melody, verses, along with the cold snow and grey sky just really spoke to me. RIP X
this is one of my dads favorite songs. he was a young teenager when it came out and had recently moved from LA to a small town in minnesota. what you described in your comment is almost exactly what he always says he thinks of when he hears this song. walking to school with his walkman, grey sky overhead and snow everywhere. hating all the big changes he had to go through and just wishing he could go back to his old life.
"It's Dark and Hell is Hot" and "Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood" are two of the most influential AND greatest rap albums of all time. It was a perfect mix of thug motivation and wokeness that borderlines horrorcore. It's a shame that most of today's fans couldn't witness him at his height and the Ruff Rider era.
@@dennissmith7214 Yep. What's even crazier is that nobody in my area had ever heard of him and "Ruff Ryder Anthem" had no promotion from Def Jam. Not to mention, he talked about things that are normally considered "no-no's," such as demonic possession, gruesome murders, and prayers.
I end up stumble on this channel by accident and this shit is dope. Love the way pops can break down lyrics in an articulate way. Hip Hop Artists are deep and to me are the best writers and speakers not many people can deliver a message in 3-5 minutes while vividly painting a movie as you listen to their rhymes.
"Slippin'" This life shit, this life shit is like Is like bugged the fuck out, son, for real See, to live is to suffer But to survive... Well, that's to find meaning in the suffering Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (I will hold you down) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up ('Cause I got your back, I got your back) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (Oh, the Lord is with you now) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up (And He got your back, He got your back) I've been through mad different phases like mazes to find my way And now I know that happy days are not far away If I'm strong enough I'll live long enough to see my kids Doin' somethin' more constructive with their time than bids I know because I been there, now I'm in there Sit back and look at what it took for me to get there First came the bullshit, the drama with my mama She got on some fly shit so I split and said that I'ma Be that seed that doesn't need much to succeed Strapped with mad greed and a heart that doesn't bleed I'm ready for the world or at least I thought I was Baggin' niggas when I caught a buzz For thinkin' about how short I was Goin' too fast, it wouldn't last, but yo I couldn't tell Group homes and institutions prepared my ass for jail They put me in a situation forcin' me to be a man When I was just learnin' to stand without a helping hand Damn, was it my fault, somethin' I did To make a father leave his first kid at seven doin' my first bid? Back on the scene at fourteen with a scheme To get more cream than I'd ever seen in a dream And by all means I will be livin' high off the hog And I never gave a fuck about much but my dog That's my only mothafucka I hit off with my last Just another lil nigga headed nowhere fast Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (I will hold you down) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up ('Cause I got your back, I got your back) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (Oh, the Lord is with you now) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up (And He got your back, He got your back) That ain't the half, shit gets worse as I get older Actions become bolder, heart got colder Chip on my shoulder that I dared a nigga to touch Didn't need a clique 'cause I scared a nigga that much One deep with the pit startin' shit for kicks Catchin' Vicks, throwin' bricks, gettin' by bein' slick Used to get high, just to get by Used to have to puff my L in the morning before I could fly Ate somethin', a couple of forties made me hate somethin' I did some coke, now I'm ready to take somethin' Three years later showin' signs of stress Didn't keep my hair cut or give a fuck how I dressed I'm possessed by the darker side, livin' the cruddy life Shit like this kept a nigga with a bloody knife Wanna make records but I'm fuckin' it up I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (I will hold you down) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up ('Cause I got your back, I got your back) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (Oh, the Lord is with you now) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up (And He got your back, He got your back) Wasn't long before I hit rock bottom Niggas talkin' shit, like, "Damn, look how that rock got him!" Open like a window, no more indo Look at a video, sayin' to myself: "That coulda been yo Ass on the TV," believe me, it could be done Somethin's got to give, gots to change 'cause now I've got a son I gots to do the right thing for shorty And that means no more gettin' high, drinkin' 40s So I get back lookin' type slick again Fake niggas jump back on my dick again Nothin' but love for those that know how it feel And much respect to all my niggas that kept it real Kept a nigga strong, kept a nigga from doin' wrong Niggas know who they is and this is your fuckin' song And to my boo who stuck with a nigga through All the bullshit, you'll get yours because it's due Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (I will hold you down) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up ('Cause I got your back, I got your back) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (Oh, the Lord is with you now) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up (And He got your back, He got your back) (I will hold you down, 'cause I got your back, I got your back) (Oh, the Lord is with you now, and He got your back, He got your back) See, this is that shit, this is that shit That all real niggas can relate to This is from the heart, baby Don't get it twisted X, baby
Rest In Peace DMX! One of my all-time favorite artists. This song probably saved my life going through some of the darkest times of my life. DMX is the only rapper to have 2 albums go platinum in 1 year. Definitely passed before his time. He will always live on not only through the world but through me and my kids. Long Live X!
I remember a classmate was late to first period English every single day senior year. The teacher asked why she was late and she said she HAD to listen to the entire “It’s Dark and Hell is Hot” album. When DMX died that was my first memory. X was the perfect blend of motivation, party, comedy, love and thug. I hope he is resting well in peace.
I skipped homecoming to see Belly because I had to support anything from DMX. My father passed a few days after DMX like the same week and my heart hasn’t began to repair
"Let me fly" , "The Rain" , "I can Feel it" , "A'yo Kato" , "Damien", "Here We Go Again" ...There are so many DMX songs to choose from. Great content, i love your channel 💪! R.I.P X !
Let me Fly, I can Feel it, Damien all of em, Here we go again, DAMN U KNOW UR SHIZ lmao U produce too? Nm saw ur name. We're a differen't breed. We know what's up.
I highly recommend you and dad watch the music video! It really puts a visual with the lyrics. Very telling of everything he went through from his childhood into adult life. Honestly watching the video now for me makes me sad because he’s gone now 🥺🕊
Maybe good to mention: DMX died one year ago by an OD. The guy that introduced him to hiphop is also the guy that putted crack into his joint when he was 14 years old. Which caused him to be a crack addict. The last years he became sober of crack but eventually out of nowhere he died from an OD. You'll also notice that like 3-4 years ago he was a lot heavier because he quitted cocaine and stuff. Just to know
One of the greatest hip hop songs ever. Really, really has pulled me back from giving up a number of times. Hip hop is not the clown show we see today. It has unlimited potential to touch the soul. Cool channel, fellas. Just found these videos
Im 55 and ive been emersed in hip hop...specifically rap since rappers delight. DMX much like Pac, good or bad, made you feel what he was saying Love this channel.
RIP DMX. Although some beg to differ, he was very spiritual artist. A vessel to do God's work. Every album had a prayer. He was a message to this young generation. Si gi g... Lord give me a sign. Let me know what's you mind. Tell me how to reach the blind.
Such a blessing to have a father that can see past the cussing to the heart of the lyrics. Also a father that is willing to talk about emotions, life and how to interpret the challenges that a person may face in their life. This is not a relationship I was able to experience with my father and it brings a year to my eye to watch it happen.... In a good way. Kind regards Ben from NZ 👌👌😎😎💪💪😉😉
Yeah I'm not even religious but " Lord give me a sign" has always been one of my favorite DMX songs. Also, "I Miss You" is another good one where he talks about his grandma that passed away.
He’s fighting for his life dealing with addiction and past trauma like a fighting dog in the pit …thats why the hook says he’s slipping and he has to get back up to tear Sh!t up. Unfortunately He also past away from a drug overdose…On a lot of his tracks he barks and gruels like a pit bull to show his aggression and Gameness in the everyday struggle …. Long Live DMX
Read his book, he talks about how his grandma accepted him more than his mother [his mom loved him but she was really distant to him] but his mom also kept him away from his grandmother because she took up for him against his mother when she was wrong.
This song is on the level of a dear mama or a keep your head up… this is music! Nothing even close to what we have now and no one rapper could ever write a song like this today it won’t happen and today’s music won’t be remembered like past artists…. Rip x
•DMX ( Blown away / goodbye/ I miss you/ Damien I II II) We lost an icon in DMX, one of the best to ever do it. One of the only few you can call “ Real”. 5 times number one albums. Best rap live performer probably eve. Best adlibs ever recorded 🔥 •Immortal technique- ( dance with the devil / you never know ) •Vinnie paz - (End of days/ Is happiness just a word?) •Eminem - ( beautiful / Stan ) •Lupe Fiasco - (Words I never said) •Tupac - (letter to my unborn child / life goes on )
I am so glad you guys chose a song I suggested, though I assume many others have mentioned it as well! DMX and Pac had this unique ability to touch the listeners' hearts.
DMX was one of the greatest I can remember every time I felt depressed this song would make me feel better thank for being there for me DMX RIP we all miss you
DMX has plenty to follow up on. The Damien trilogy is compelling. Stop Being Greedy is raw manic schizophrenia at its best. Good vs evil on display in all of those.
Interesting fact: DMX's lawyer played this song in court as part of his defense on a tax evasion charge back in 2018. I'd really love to see y'all react to "I'm Black" by Styles P. It's not a very mainstream song, but it's good. It's raw aggression without being gratuitously explicit. Styles P was also signed to the label Ruff Ryders alongside DMX.
DMX lived in the same building as my grandma back in 1999. I was born 1995 & I remember seeing him in the streets as a kid. My father owned a Motorcycle shop & so DMX in Yonkers always came around always had dogs with him.
This is so true. He came to Indianapolis once and was late to get on stage. Someone I knew was working security. They said the team was told DMX was at the venue, but no one could find him. He was in the parking lot praying with fans. A manager said to go get him. "He's late" and the security guys started arguing with each other because who the heck wants to go tell DMX to STOP PRAYING?!? 😂
Thank you for this review. Transported me right back to 98. DMX is one of the most beautiful lyricist in the history of of Hip Hop. I'm glad his music that lives on.
DMX is one of those rappers where I just cannot describe how important he was to me. His death hit very hard and I just hope he actually truly knew just how helpful his music was to so many.
Lord give me a sign is a must when familiarizing with DMX, it shows a dichotomy that is unique in hiphop and rap music as well that made his 5 first albums hit platinum. "I can feel it" and "Let me fly" are two solid songs of his great discography as well. I love the channel makes me so happy to see such a sweet relationship between a father and his son, cheers from one of DMXs biggest latino fans in Sweden much love to you guys 🙏🏼
Yeah I'm not even religious but " Lord give me a sign" has always been one of my favorite DMX songs. Also, "I Miss You" is another good one where he talks about his grandma that passed away.
One of the most underrated, i wish more people would look past his drug problem (that was caused from the pressures of being famous) and see the talent that was there. When i first heard ‘x gon give it to ya’ i knew he was up there with the greats. And all the other ones he did, RIP DMX your music will live on
I think anyone who really liked rap during this time was able to look past what he did. He was and is still one of the best. Every person rapper or not in Hollywood uses something. He was vocal with his struggles. He didn't promote the shit like these wack ass kids who call themselves rappers now
Boy wasnt in the reaction anymore but felt that 🔥. Rest in peace my nigga X. That still hurts. Love the video's. Dad got showed a whole new world, the world or hiphop
You guys made a great assessment of the song off of your first listen! Your guys love for music is amazing I would love to relax and listen and talk music with you guys one day!
I'm glad you noticed that all of the curse words are bleeped out, even on the actual album. I always thought that had deeper meaning like... he's trying to do better? Or maybe he wanted to appeal to a larger audience?
X was that guy an icon in rap and hip hop💪🏾 absolutely amazing to see people still discovering him. He literally has a song for every part of someone's life
DMX is one of the greatest raw emotional artists in hip hop history. His struggles with the Dark and Light are something that people from all generations and backgrounds can identify with, which is what made him transcend genres. He could do a rock festival or a hip hop concert and people just loved him for his realness. He was a true diamond in the Ruff. RIP DMX
For somebody as spiritually sensitive as DMX was, who often spoke about God and prayed his heart out in shows and on the record, it makes sense that his delivery was that of a preacher. Rest in peace, X
First CASSETTE TAPE I ever bought with my own money. DMX WAS SOOO HOT 🔥 WHEN HE CAME OUT! THE WHOLE RUFF RYDERS. Played it until the tape popped in the player... Omg those were the TIMES! KIDS now don't even know what a cassette tape is.. I feel OLD!
Man I was a kid! Born in 87... When I went to the store, they had the tape, I bought it! We had both players so it didn't matter to me. First CD I bought with my own money was MAKAVELLI when it came out.
Yep. Mine laugh hysterically when I put them up on the tapes I used to buy from HMV with the lyrics in the sleeve and VHS video cassettes. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣I feel like a Dinosaur.
So grateful you fostered such a beautiful relationship and sending hugs through your grief and new beginning. Be patient with yourself and hold on to knowing he’s loving you from afar ❤️ and you WILL get up 🤩
So this is how much I revere you guys and your content. When I noticed that you put this up I actually watched it directly, I mean on the spot despite the fact that I was watching the NBA Playoffs (Phoenix Suns vs Mew Orleans Pelicans)! Now if that doesn’t tell you how much I respect what you guys do and enjoy your content, then I don’t know what will!!
This is a masterpiece. His story is emotional. He did sell his soul, and spoke about it with a lot of people who know him while living in Phoenix. He has a lot of unresolved issues. One of his daughter is a friend little sister. Anyways. Rip DMX.
@@Poodie410 fuk wat u talking about brah,, I kn Swizz Beatz and alot of other Ruff Riders M.C's, personally,,, Aaliyah (ONE IN A MILLION) album has a song called I gotcha back,, guess where dat hook originated from?? I kno music brah.
