Hold You Down
The Alchemist, Prodigy, Nina Sky, Illa Ghee
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Let's do this shit, ayo It's like this man, ayo When it comes to Tecs, I'm similar to a Menace An O-Dog sniffing 'caine couldn't f*ck with the damage That I do to a bastard, keep fuckin' around Won't be nobody strong enough to (hold you down) Yeah, I leave 'em in shock Niggas get sentenced to life, they stressed in the box Most of my friends got murdered and damn I feel lost Wish I was there when it popped off to (hold you down) Nobody but me, I got a whole gang of niggas But that's how you gotta think If you wanna make it alive and all in one piece It takes much more than them things to (hold you down) Yo, sonny, I'm well connected in the streets We loyal to each other, when it comes to that beef, we get (down) Don't worry 'bout a thing my nigga, I foreverly (hold you down) Even when shit gets hard I'm going to Make sure that I'm around to hold you (down) Will never leave your side Until the day I die, I'm gonna (hold you down) Recognize that this game could be hard Long as you roll with me, we are (down) Here by your side always to (hold me down, baby!) When the time is worst Never leave my fam in a jam, I'm dying first Never (down) to my last dollar, I'm grinding first Never take the stand on my fam, I'm silent first It's going down, feel me, the Alchemist in the flesh And I love this profession, but I'll throw it all away in a second 'Cause I'm (down) for the cause when my life is threatened Take this and that, maybe that'll (hold you down) Now you know how we cooks the pot up You could get caught up in some things you would not wanna So slow (down) and watch how I mold the sound So when I ain't around the music still (hold you down) But I'ma keep my eyes open, yo, I don't even blink Keep my pen moving down the line, I don't even think Just write it (down) on the paper, get my vocals in sync Check how it sound (hold you down) Even when shit gets hard I'm going to Make sure that I'm around to hold you (down) Will never leave your side Until the day I die, I'm gonna (hold you down) Recognize that this game could be hard Long as you roll with me, we are (down) Here by your side always to (hold me down, baby!) For all my niggas I war for Blow the 4-4 for, you know I gets (down) Even if we trapped standing back to back, I'll (hold you down) No matter if you wrong or right, you still right For you, I'll lay a nigga (down) I don't care if it's the president I cock my shit and (hold you down) For all y'all bitches in the club If you hop in my truck, first thing you're gonna go (down) And when we get to the telly I'ma bend you over and (hold you down) Ayo, Mobb Thugs, drops and trucks We got enough paper to front, you see our guns and duck (down) Somebody finna get wigged Homie, I hope your outfitter (hold you down) I seriously doubt it, my chain cost a quarter mill Imagine what I spend gun shopping Got bullets by the thousands The shots won't never stop, they say that we wilding And I'm far from recluse We right on front street with the fullies in the coupe For the drama and the shooting Then I take bullets and die to (hold you down) Even when shit gets hard I'm going to Make sure that I'm around to hold you (down) Will never leave your side Until the day I die, I'm gonna (hold you down) Recognize that this game could be hard Long as you roll with me, we are (down) (Alchemist been my nephew for a minute) (Soon, you'll understand)
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Written by: Al Kooper, Alan Maman, Albert Johnson, Gregory Jackson, Natalie Albino, Nicole Albino, George Jackson
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14 facts about this song
Creation & Release"Hold You Down" is a single from The Alchemist's first studio album named "1st Infantry." The song was released in 2004.
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Featured ArtistsThe song features prominent artists including Prodigy, Illa Ghee, and Nina Sky.
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Popular HitIt became a hit and is widely considered The Alchemist's signature song.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Hold You Down" filmed in black and white, also features the guest artists that contributed to the song.
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Style & GenreThe style of the song falls under the genre of East Coast hip hop and underground hip hop.
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InspirationsThe Alchemist has shared that his inspirations are primarily other hip-hop producers, such as DJ Premier and Dr. Dre.
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Song ProducerThe track was produced by The Alchemist himself, showcasing his talent not only as a rapper but also as a music producer.
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Album SuccessThe album "1st Infantry" on which "Hold You Down" was featured, marked the transition of The Alchemist from a traditional DJ to a music producer.
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Sample UsedThe song samples a part of "Love Theme from The Get Man" by Quincy Jones for its unique beat.
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Chart Performance"Hold You Down" reached number 95 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 59 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, making it the most successful single from the album.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Hold You Down" focus on loyalty, friendship, and the hardships and realities of life in the street.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from music critics. It was praised for its deep lyrics, unique beat, and the performances of the featured artists.
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LegacyOver the years, "Hold You Down" has become an iconic song in underground hip-hop and is often regarded as a classic in The Alchemist's discography.
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RemixesSeveral DJ's and musicians have made remixes of "Hold You Down," showcasing its lasting impact and popularity.
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