I Miss You

Faith Evans, DMX

About I Miss You

"I Miss You" is a song by American rapper DMX, released as the third single from his fourth album The Great Depression (2001).. It features R&B singer Faith Evans.


Year:
2002
4:42
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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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DMX

Earl Simmons (born December 18, 1970), better known by his stage names DMX and Dark Man X, is an American rapper and actor. In 1999, DMX released his best-selling album ...And Then There Was X, which featured the hit single "Party Up (Up in Here)". He has acted in films such as Belly, Romeo Must Die, Exit Wounds, Cradle 2 The Grave, and Last Hour. In 2006, he starred in the reality television series DMX: Soul of a Man, which was primarily aired on the BET cable television network. In 2003, DMX published a book of his memoirs entitled, E.A.R.L.: The Autobiography of DMX. DMX released a mixtape The Weigh In as a prelude/promotion towards his album Undisputed (2012). DMX has sold over 30 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling hip… more »

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Written by: Earl Simmons, Brian Collins

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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.
Top Charts
The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart.
Emotional Quality
DMX, known for his hardcore rap style, showed a softer, more emotional side with this song.
Collaboration
The track features a rap verse from DMX and a soulful R&B hook sung by Faith Evans.
Song Message
The 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.
Official Video
The music video for "I Miss You" features DMX rapping in a graveyard, a setting that underscores the song's melancholic tone.
Notable Lyrics
The track features poignant lines such as "I learned that if everybody loves you, then you'll never be lonely," reflecting DMX's introspective side.
Critical Reception
The track was well-received among critics, who noted it as one of DMX's most personal and powerful songs to date.
Live Performances
"I Miss You" remains a staple in DMX's live performances due to its emotional resonance with audiences.
Musical Style
Unlike 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.
Posthumous Recognition
After 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.
Cultural Impact
DMX'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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