How's It Goin' Down
DMX
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[Chorus:] What type of games are being played, how's it going down? It's on till it's gone, then I gots to know now Is you wit' me, or what? They gon' try to give me a nut Just honeys want to give me the butt, what? I'm politicking with this chicken, wondering if I'm a creep her Little hood rat bitch from 25th named Tamika Coming through, like I do, you know, getting my bark on Knew she was a thug 'cause when I met her, she had a scarf on Fifty-four, eleven, size seven in girls Baby face, would look like she was eleven with curls Girlfriend, (what), remember me from way back; I'm the same cat With the wave cap, the motherfucker that TNT used to blaze at Still here, so it's all good Oh, you know my niggas Rich and them doing they thing on 35th Ave. It's a small hood, and it's all wood, so let me get that number, hook it up, a'ight Hit you on the jack later on, see wassup Talking to shorty made me want to do something nice Looking at that ass made me want to do something tonight And I know right when I see right; shorty lookin' like she tight She bite, better give a nigga the green light; we might... [Chorus x 2] I'm getting at shorty, like what you need, what you want? Offer nothing 'cause I got you, but you frontin' I see you with your baby father but it don't matter Since you gave me the pussy, that ass is getting fatter Let that nigga play daddy, make moves with me I done kept it more than real, Boo, can't lose with me Heard he smacked you 'cause you said my name while y'all was sexin' Ran up on this cat he thought was me and started flexin' You know I ain't even with that So he gon' have to get that just on TV Try to creep me? (What?) Leave that nigga sleepy On the strength of you, and that's your kid's daddy I ain't gon' send him on his way, put him up in that big caddy But let him know, never mind, yo, I need you to go, take this snow up to one-five-oh, see Joe Get that, come back with that, and we can split that, sit back, f*ck, puff a L, forget that You wit' that? [Chorus x 2] Hey yo, this chicken got me digging her moves 'cause she smooth Win to lose, whoever she choose gets the dues Respect is not expected but it's given 'cause it's real Being neglected's the norm, expected, the deal Lie, cheat, and steal for me Putting something in a nigga's wig if you squeal for me, kill for me You still with me 'cause we get down like what Told you it's from the dog, it ain't all about a nut I'm gon' be fair, try to be there; we gon' see then Hit me with the question, Boo, that answer gon' be "yeah" See there, something can go wrong, it does Loved it, let it go; but it came back, that's how strong it was But she belonged to cuz, couldn't belong to me Had two kids by this nigga, it was wrong for me But we gon' always be, best of friends (Ha ha) Mad love, Boo, to the end (Ha ha) [Chorus x 2]
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Written by: Earl Simmons, Anthony Fields
Lyrics © BEHIND THE ROPES ENTERTAINMENT, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Release and Popularity"How's It Going' Down" is one of the songs from the debut studio album of DMX, entitled "It's Dark and Hell is Hot". The song was released in 1998 and gained popularity due to its catchy rhythms and meaningful lyrics.
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Reception and RankingThe track did extremely well and placed No. 70 on the Billboard 100 chart, and 26th on the Billboard Rap charts, showcasing the level of appeal and attractiveness it had among the listeners.
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GenreThis song fits into the hardcore hip hop genre. Hardcore hip hop is a musical sub-genre derived from the hip hop culture, characterized by its aggressive and confrontational lyrics and beats.
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Song's Theme"How's It Goin' Down" is a narrative illustrating a complex love story that involves multiple people. It deals with themes of fidelity, commitment, and the complications that arise when relationships overlap.
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Music VideoThe music video for “How’s It Goin’ Down” was directed by Hype Williams, who is notably one of the most innovative and influential video directors in the contemporary hip-hop industry.
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Song's ControversyDespite the song's popularity, it was surrounded by controversy due to its explicit lyrics and mature themes. It presented a more realistic and raw side of street life which was different from the cheerful image of Hip Hop in mainstream pop culture at that time.
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CensorshipThe song was heavily censored for radio and video play, with its lyrics rewritten to remove explicit content and offensive language. Despite this, the original version remains a fan-favorite due to its honesty and rawness.
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Sampled Sound"How's It Goin' Down" sampled a sound from an earlier song, "Love's Gonna Last" by Jeff Tyzik. This is a common practice in Hip hop music where a small portion of another artist’s song is used in the creation of a new track.
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SignificanceDMX's "How's It Goin' Down" is seen as a significant track in his career, showcasing his narrative storytelling ability and further bolstering his status as a popular and influential figure in the hip-hop genre.
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Chart-EpisodeAn interesting fact is that after the sad demise of DMX in April 2021, the song reappeared on the iTunes hip-hop/rap song sales chart.
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Live Performances"How’s It Goin’ Down" was a staple in DMX live performances, with fans anticipating its delivery throughout the show.
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