I Miss You
Faith Evans, DMX
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[DMX] I know that my savior lives And at the end, he will stand on this earth My flesh may be destroyed, yet from this body, I will see God Yes, I will see him for myself - and I long for that moment Grandma, I really miss you and it ain't been the same I drop a tear when I, hear yo' name Mariella Holloway, why you gotta be so far away? Used to say, "Don't worry, it's gon' be okay" But it ain't - it's like when you left, you took the Lord witchu Why couldn't I come when he came to get you? Damn I really miss you - I had to say it again I remember the time when I was like ten Crept up in the neighbor's yard, yeah, bein hard headed You told me I would get it - you said it! And boy did I get it, but after you spanked me, you hugged me Kissed me on my forehead, told me that you love me And I saw, that it hurt you, more than it hurt me I thought - how bad could this hurt be? I know now That's why it's only done out of love What I wouldn't give for one mo' hug, from grandma [Chorus: Faith Evans] Baby it's gon' be okay (she used to tell me that) Baby it's gon' be okay (I really miss hearin) Baby it's gon' be okay (she used to tell me that) Baby it's gon' be okay (I really miss hearin) [DMX] What I'm about to say a couple of family members is gon' hate me But I'ma let you know what's been goin on lately Now you know since you left, a lot of things witcho kids done changed Yeah Jackie's still crazy, don't know what's up with James Ain't seen Jerry in a while, you know he walk like you And Renee's back in jail, you know she talk like you Riculah's(?) doin real good now, she workin Rhonda's still runnin around, trickin, jerkin Buckeye's buggin, he done lost his mind And Jarvis? Back out of jail, doin fine Kylie? He done changed, it ain't all about self As for my father.. well, that's somethin else But that's my dog, he hold his grandmother down My great grandmother, makin a lot of trips out of town But that's a good thing, and if I could only hear you sing once more, oh Lord, the comfort it would bring [Chorus] [DMX] You left behind a mother (and) eleven kids (and) eleven grandkids And since then, two of yo' grandkids done had kids They had a boy named Tacoma, Xavier's brother, that's right Xavier's made you a great grandmother I thank you for the best times of my life I thank you for when you first met her, accepted and lovin my wife I thank you for those Sunday dinners, they were vital I thank you for my - life, I thank you for the bible I thank you for the songs that you sing in the mornin (Amazing Grace..) while I'm yawnin I thank you for the two beatings you gave me Cause I know somewhere along the line the lesson I learned from the two beatings saved me And when you died I cried like a baby, I begged the Lord to take me Cause no one else could give me what you gave me But life like everything comes to an end I pray I go to heaven to see you again - amen [Chorus] - repeat 2X [Faith Evans] Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me I once was lost, but now I'm found Was blind, but now I see, yeahhh
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Written by: Earl Simmons, Brian Collins
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Album Details"I Miss You" is a song from DMX’s fourth studio album titled "The Great Depression." The album was released on October 23, 2001.
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Top ChartsThe album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart.
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Emotional QualityDMX, known for his hardcore rap style, showed a softer, more emotional side with this song.
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CollaborationThe track features a rap verse from DMX and a soulful R&B hook sung by Faith Evans.
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Song MessageThe song is a heartfelt tribute to DMX's grandmother, whom he has frequently mentioned as a major source of love and strength in his life.
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Official VideoThe music video for "I Miss You" features DMX rapping in a graveyard, a setting that underscores the song's melancholic tone.
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Notable LyricsThe track features poignant lines such as "I learned that if everybody loves you, then you'll never be lonely," reflecting DMX's introspective side.
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Critical ReceptionThe track was well-received among critics, who noted it as one of DMX's most personal and powerful songs to date.
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Live Performances"I Miss You" remains a staple in DMX's live performances due to its emotional resonance with audiences.
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Musical StyleUnlike many of DMX's other songs that have a more aggressive rap style, "I Miss You" blends elements of hip hop and R&B, showcasing DMX's versatility as an artist.
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Posthumous RecognitionAfter DMX's death in April 2021, "I Miss You" gained renewed attention as fans and fellow musicians revisited his discography and paid tribute to his legacy.
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Cultural ImpactDMX's raw emotion and honesty in "I Miss You" continues to resonate with listeners, showing how rap music can be a powerful medium for expressing intense personal experiences.
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