released on October 27, 2004, is a defining East Coast hip-hop anthem that served as a street-centric tribute to the city and a pivotal moment in mid-2000s rap rivalries. As the second single from Ja Rule's sixth studio album, R.U.L.E. , the track features powerhouse collaborations with Fat Joe and Jadakiss, representing the Bronx and Yonkers respectively. Production and Musical Style
The chorus is based on the 1990 song "100 Guns" by Boogie Down Productions. It also contains uncredited slowed-down elements of "Nkalakatha" by South African artist Mandoza. released on October 27, 2004, is a defining
A spiritual successor titled "New York Is Back" appeared on DJ Khaled's 2007 album, We the Best . Production and Musical Style The chorus is based
The track was produced by Cool & Dre , who initially offered the beat to Fat Joe before Ja Rule secured it. The track was produced by Cool & Dre