Back Like That

Ghostface Killah, Ne-Yo

About Back Like That

"Back Like That" is the second single by rapper Ghostface Killah from his critically acclaimed fifth solo album Fishscale. The song features R&B singer Ne-Yo and has become Ghostface's highest charting solo single on the Billboard Hot 100. It contains a sample of "Baby Come Home" as performed by Willie Hutch as well an interpolation of "Song Cry" as performed by Jay-Z. A remix featuring Kanye West & Ne-Yo was produced and later included on Ghostface's sixth album More Fish. In 2009, Ghostface performed the song with Chrisette Michele at VH1's 6th Annual Hip Hop Honors ceremony.  


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Damn, damn, ma, we ain't even have to go through it like that
It wasn't even, even that big, man
You know, nah, it's aight though
But anyway, yo, let me get that coat
Let me get those jeans, and let me get that rock on your finger
Oh, it's stuck? Then I'll take the whole finger than, man
Let me get those bags from Paris, and the puppies is staying, yo!

Come through the block, in the brand new Benz
Knowing that me and that nigga ain't friends
(Ok girl) Yeah, what I did was wack
But you don't get a nigga back like that
Bouncin' around, when I'm up in these streets
Knowing that me and that nigga got beef
(Ok girl) Yeah, what I did was wack
But you don't get a nigga back like that, no

Ayo, I should just bark on you, burn your car on you
'Cause I'm too much man, to leave a mark on you
You'se a bird, you know that, giving that man
Ten points, like he about to blow that
He probably did, you swallow his kids?
In and out of jail, he a snail, he wasn't wilding on bids
In the summertime, I broke his jaw, had to do it to him
Quick, old fashion, in the back of the mall
Me and him had 'mos forever, like I'm supposed to put him on
When he came home and told on Trevor
Had to bang on homey, ear blocks, out in spots
Throwing them shots, like 'nigga, you know me'
Stop fronting for them niggas outside like you really ride
And you a silly chick, thought you was really live
But I guess I was wrong, I'mma holla at dog
And rip his head off, words of a song

Come through the block, in the brand new Benz
Knowing that me and that nigga ain't friends
(Ok girl) Yeah, what I did was wack
But you don't get a nigga back like that
Bouncin' around, when I'm up in these streets
Knowing that me and that nigga got beef
(Ok girl) Yeah, what I did was wack
But you don't get a nigga back like that, no

Ayo, I thought we was iller than that, all them kisses
And love yous, when jake came, you hid my packs
It was time a nigga went to war, vest banged up
Staining in the kitchen, yo, holding a four
Sweatin' and breathing, bounced out of town for a weekend
Heard you had homie in the passenger seating
Honey, look, I'm a monster don, I do monster things
That's why I put your ass under my arm
Fuckin' with him can bring bodily harm
And where you gonna hide in the streets when the body is gone
If it's one thing I learned that, never trust a female
On no scale, you just confirmed that
Bounce to your momma house, pack your shit
I don't care if you crying, you'se a ruthless chick
Gots to watch you, these eyeballs in my face'll spot you
My girl cousins, they gon' rock you

Come through the block, in the brand new Benz
Knowing that me and that nigga ain't friends
(Ok girl) Yeah, what I did was wack
But you don't get a nigga back like that
Bouncin' around, when I'm up in these streets
Knowing that me and that nigga got beef
(Ok girl) Yeah, what I did was wack
But you don't get a nigga back like that, no

Shorty what is you thinking bout
Didn't I put you down
Flyest whips, rollin' round like yeah
That's the bosses chick, on the side
I might of had, one or two
Them silly broads wasn't nothing on you
Rolling with him, try'nna get revenge
That shit, you just don't do

Come through the block, in the brand new Benz
Knowing that me and that nigga ain't friends
(Ok girl) Yeah, what I did was wack
But you don't get a nigga back like that
Bouncin' around, when I'm up in these streets
Knowing that me and that nigga got beef
(Ok girl) Yeah, what I did was wack
But you don't get a nigga back like that, no

Come through the block, in the brand new Benz
Knowing that me and that nigga ain't friends
(Ok girl) Yeah, what I did was wack
But you don't get a nigga back like that
Bouncin' around, when I'm up in these streets
Knowing that me and that nigga got beef
(Ok girl) Yeah, what I did was wack
But you don't get a nigga back like that, no

It's real
Yeah, got my swagger back and all that
Theodore nigga for life, yo, yeah

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Ghostface Killah

Dennis Coles (born May 9, 1970), better known by his stage name Ghostface Killah, is an American rapper and prominent member of the Wu-Tang Clan. After the group achieved breakthrough success in the aftermath of Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), the members went on to pursue solo careers to varying levels of success. Ghostface Killah debuted his solo-career with Ironman in 1996, which was well received by music critics. He has continued his success over the following years with critically acclaimed albums such as Supreme Clientele (2000) and FishScale (2006). His stage name was taken from one of the characters in the 1979 kung fu film Mystery of Chessboxing. more »

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Written by: V. Brown, Vernon Brown, Shawn Carter, Shawn C Carter, Dennis Coles, Douglas Gibbs, Willie Hutch, R. Johnson, Shaffer Smith

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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14 facts about this song

Release Date
"Back Like That" was released on February 21, 2006.
Album Name
The track is from Ghostface Killah's fifth studio album named "Fishscale."
Collaboration
The song features American singer-songwriter Ne-Yo.
Chart Performance
"Back Like That" reached number 61 on the "US Billboard Hot 100." It also peaked at number 17 on the "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs" list.
Genre
The song fits into the genres of East Coast Hip Hop and R&B.
Remix Version
There is a remix also featuring Kanye West and Ne-Yo, which was featured on Ghostface's More Fish album.
Music Production
The song was produced by Xtreme.
Inspiration Behind the Song
"Back Like That" tells the story of a man who's upset because his woman has entered into a relationship with his enemy.
Song Use in Media
It was used in the opening scene of the HBO series, "Entourage," during the season 3 premiere.
Critical Acclaim
The song receives continual acclaim as one of Ghostface Killah's best songs in his solo career.
Music Video
The video for "Back Like That" has significant airplay on MTV, reaching number four on MTV's "Sucker Free Countdown."
Billboard Year-End Chart
"Back Like That" was placed at number 65 on the Billboard Year-End "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs" chart for 2006.
Live Performances
Ghostface Killah and Ne-Yo have performed this song live on several occasions, further enhancing its popularity.
Song's Influence
"Back Like That" has been cited as an influence by many younger rappers and hip-hop artists, demonstrating its impact on the genre.

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