Welcome Back

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About Welcome Back

"Welcome Back" is a song by American rapper Mase. It was released as the first single off his third studio album Welcome Back. It marked the first single that Mase had released since 1999's "Get Ready", after he had taken a 5 year hiatus from the music industry. "Welcome Back" garnered positive reception from critics who praised its catchability. The song peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot Rap Songs chart and number 32 on the Hot 100 chart. It also reached number 17 on both the Hot Rap Songs and Rhythmic charts respectively. The song has been certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), denoting sales of over 500,000 units in the United States. "Welcome Back" also reached the top 40 in countries like New Zealand, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. The accompanying music video for the song, directed by Chris Robinson, parodies the opening to the children's show Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. 


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Welcome back, welcome back
Welcome back

Welcome back (Oh! Oh!)
Yeah man, how you doin' (Come on, come on, come on)
You good? I know you like that (Yeah you good, you doin' good)
I know you like that (Oh!)
How long you been back man?
Welcome, welcome, welcome, welcome back

I see the girls in the club, they gettin' wild for me
And all the pretty chicks all want to smile at me
These rap cats man they all got they style from me
And if I ever seen them then they probably bow to me
And when this beat - drop I know they gon' lean
World debut, I know they gon' fiend
Everything, Mississippi to the Palm Springs
Girls from brunettes down to blonde queens
These young boys don't know what a don mean
I'm just a bad boy gone clean
I'm the diamond chain choker, always remain sober
Don't drink liquor and all the games over
Need a plane, I explain it to my broker
Three bots in the hood top down, it ain't nova (My homie)
You know there's more man where that come from
Me and Kunta Love rollin' back to back in one

See the names have all changed since I been around
But the game ain't the same since I left out
Ooh you know we need ya, ooh you know we need ya
Right here's where we need ya, right here's where we need ya
Welcome back
Welcome back, welcome back, that thug's back (You know you like that)
Welcome back, welcome back, Harlem's back (You know you like that)
You know you like that
Welcome back, welcome back, that thug's back (You know you like that)
You know you like that
Welcome back, welcome back, Harlem's back (You know you like that)

See I rep the most high, still I'm the most fly
I win so much, they want to know who I'm coached by
Everyday approached by chicks when I was on top
want to give me sosa, but I'm like don't try
I see the hisses and the disses when I go by
But see the misses on my wristses when I float by
Self control, and I can't tell you no lie
Tryin' to find a soulmate, you end up being so tired
I make my money man without the coca
Livin' the vida without the loca
I'm down south so they show me country love
And I ain't even country thug
The people give me daps and hugs, so it must be love
And I love the country grub
It feel good to hear people singing welcome back
And I ain't even sellin' the track, cause I'm that Harlem cat

See the names have all changed since I been around
But the game ain't the same since I left out
Ooh you know we need ya, ooh you know we need ya
Right here's where we need ya, right here's where we need ya
Welcome back..
Welcome back, welcome back, that thug's back (You know you like that)
Welcome back, welcome back, Harlem's back (You know you like that)
You know you like that
Welcome back, welcome back, that thug's back (You know you like that)
You know you like that
Welcome back, welcome back, Harlem's back (You know you like that)

See the names have all changed since I been around
But the game ain't the same since I left out
Ooh you know we need ya, ooh you know we need ya
Right here's where we need ya, right here's where we need ya
Welcome back..
Welcome back, welcome back, that thug's back (You know you like that)
Welcome back, welcome back, Harlem's back (You know you like that)
You know you like that
Welcome back, welcome back, that thug's back (You know you like that)
You know you like that
Welcome back, welcome back, Harlem's back (You know you like that)

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Mase

Mason Durell Betha (born August 27, 1977), better known by stage name Mase (often stylized as Ma$e) who was previously known as Murda Ma$e, is an American rapper, songwriter, actor and inspirational speaker. He was an artist on Sean "Diddy" Combs's hip hop label Bad Boy Records. He was introduced as Bad Boy Entertainment's next big artist during the summer of 1996 when he was featured on the remix to 112's debut single, "Only You", which peaked at number one on Billboard's Hot Dance Singles Sales chart as well as its Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart. With his soon-to-be-trademarked[citation needed] slow flow, Mase quickly developed a crossover fan base as he was featured on original tracks, as well as remixes, by popular R&B artists such as Brian McKnigh… more »

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Written by: PATRICK GIRARD

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10 facts about this song

Song Information
"Welcome Back" is a song by American rapper, Mase. It is the first single from his third studio album also titled "Welcome Back".
Release Date
The song was released in June 2004 by label Bad Boy Records and Universal Records.
Chart Success
"Welcome Back" was a commercial success. It peaked at number 32 on the Billboard Hot 100, and number 5 on the Hot Rap Tracks chart.
Music Video
In the music video for "Welcome Back," Mase pays homage to the children's TV show "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood."
Song Theme
The song marks Mase's return to the music industry after a five-year hiatus, during which he became a minister.
Sales
It was certified Gold by the RIAA which means it has sold over 500,000 copies.
Grammar Issue
The lyrics of "Welcome Back" include the line "like they red and white I'm black," which impromptu “grammar critics” have pointed out should technically be "like they're red and white, I'm black," but is often misquoted.
Recognition
The song was nominated for a Vibe award in 2004.
Song Influence
Mase's comeback with "Welcome Back" marked an important influence on rap and hip-hop, with Mase's confident, laid-back style setting the trend for many rappers to come.
Production
The track was produced by The Movement and Sean "Diddy" Combs.

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