Medicine Man
Anderson .Paak, Candice Pillay, Dr. Dre, Anderson Paak, Eminem
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Don't let me find out, the bitch in you Don't let me find out, the snitch in you Fame and fortune It's not your forte F*ck the world now I'm done with foreplay Doctor's orders Go f*ck yourself Take two a day Set them on an overdose And kill yourself Doctor's orders Listen, this is my evaluation This shit over saturated, y'all can get evacuated Kids sipping Actavis and they ain't even activated Married to the internet, stuck in place, salivating Ain't nobody graduating Don't nobody love this shit the way I love it That's why I gotta hate it Everybody out for fame, that ain't no exaggeration Damn I'm getting aggravated, f*ck, I'm getting agitated Teachers so underpaid in these fucking schools The police got our name in all they databases Girls be thirteen acting twenty-two Niggas be forty-four acting half they ages Somebody tell me, what the f*ck is going on? These niggas in tight shit, I'm in the fucking Matrix It's looking like a sign of the revelation 'Bout time of the return of the fuckin' greatest I got all these patients man, how come they ain't patient with me? They just think I want the money, why? When I can't take it with me Y'all don't do it for the love, for the love not They gon' find out who you are, just admit 'fore you get admitted Say, what you living about F*ck you gon' tell me Do you remember how you started out though You looking lost now (You want a pass, oh damn) Fake it 'til you make it Take your little paper book When you look in the mirror your credibility's gone now I'd rather be hated on for who I am Than to be loved for who I'm not That's word to doc Fame and fortune It's not your forte F*ck the world now I'm done with foreplay Doctor's orders Go f*ck yourself Take two a day Set them on an overdose And kill yourself In the beginning a few of the people who had a problem I was this good, scoffed, I just shook off Probably reminded you of the first time you saw Tiger Woods golf Never thought about how much my race and nationality meant But based on how I ascended, see how plain it was now, they want me to jet No one really gave a f*ck about my descent, 'till I took off Mistook me because I look soft But I stood tall, I just follow the (Doctor's orders) So I rose and grew balls, told these hoes to screw off Decided opposing you is what I'm 'posed to do alls I did was say what I'm feeling when the vocal booth calls And had you on pins and needles when I spoke to you all You felt my pain, it's almost like I poked voodoo dolls And I hope my spirit haunts the studios when I'm gone My picture jumps off a poster and just floats through the halls And fucking goes through the walls like the ghost of Lou Rawls Karma's headed for Armageddon, the drama setter I'm going in, already got an arm and head And whoever said word are just words Can't hurt me more than I give a f*ck Even if my image ends up taking a personal hit Whoever I hurt or whatever bridges I burned In this bitch and whatever bitches feel like They didn't deserve what they get And whatever consequences come with every verse, it's worth it So Doc turn the beat on, whose turn is it to get murdered on it? And here's to all the years I spent toeing a line to overtime As sure as I'm always lying, in my mind I'm still underground as a groundhog and I'mma go for mine Like a whole furrow just tryna dig up some gold and diamonds and coal to find I'm starting to slow and these lines are my nines I just load up the most rhymes and open fire with a closed mind All I needed was someone to co-sign, been a (Doctor's) Assault rifle with the sniper scope for this whole time Day one, set with the blasters, give me the orders, I spray uh Pain in the ass and get shot in the ass with a paint gun Ain't no one safe from, non-believers there ain't none I even make the bitches I rape cum I'm waiting on someone to say something Dre make the bass pump and let the tape run for old time's sake I spit it straight through, this is take one The moment you're waiting for has come but Fame and fortune It's not your forte F*ck the world now I'm done with foreplay Doctor's orders Go f*ck yourself Take two a day Set them on an overdose And kill yourself Doctor's orders
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Written by: Andre Young, Morris Ricks, Marshall Mathers, Brandon Anderson, Dwayne Abernathy, Justin Mohrle, Candice Pillay, Curt Chambers, Bernard Edwards Jr
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11 facts about this song
Album Inclusion"Medicine Man" is included in Dr. Dre's 2015 album, "Compton". This album was his first in 16 years, following "2001" released in 1999.
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Collaborative Effort"Medicine Man" features other popular artists including Eminem, Candice Pillay, and Anderson .Paak. This song is known for its catchy hook, courtesy of Anderson .Paak while Eminem provided a controversial verse.
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InspirationThe album, including "Medicine Man," was inspired by the biopic "Straight Outta Compton," a movie that tells the story of Dr. Dre's original group, N.W.A.
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Chart Performance"Medicine Man" helped "Compton" debut at number two on the Billboard 200, selling 295,000 for the week ending August 13 in 2015.
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Controversial LyricsEminem's verse in the song sparked controversy due to graphic and violent language. Critics described his lyrics as misogynistic and inappropriate, leading to widespread discussions about the representation and treatment of women in his music.
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Production StyleLike much of Dr. Dre's work, "Medicine Man" is known for its distinctive beats. It features an eclectic mix of sounds, with heavy use of synths and bass.
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Relevance to Personal LifeThe song, as well as the entire "Compton" album, was perceived by many as a reflection of Dr. Dre's evolved perspective on his past, his success, and his legacy in the music industry. Some lyrics suggest his reaction towards critics and those who doubted his impact.
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Critical AcclaimDespite the controversy related to the song's lyrics, Dr. Dre was praised by critics for producing a compelling and powerful song in "Medicine Man". The song was noted for its strong production and energetic performances.
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Inclusion in ConcertsSince its release, "Medicine Man" has been frequently included in live performances and concerts by the featured artists.
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Streaming Performance"Medicine Man" enjoyed considerable success on various streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Music, where it garnered millions of streams.
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LegacyAfter its release, "Medicine Man" has continued to be respected and appreciated for its bold sounds and lyrics. It has helped cement Dr. Dre's legacy as an influential figure in the world of rap and hip-hop.
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