The track served as the third single from DMX’s 4x platinum debut album, It's Dark and Hell Is Hot . The Creation of DMX's 'Ruff Ryders' Anthem' - Facebook
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Released on May 5, 1998, is more than just a hit single; it is a foundational pillar of late-’90s hip-hop that launched DMX into superstardom and established the Ruff Ryders crew as a dominant force. Produced by a then-fledgling Swizz Beatz , the track’s minimalist, rhythmic beat paired with DMX’s raspy, aggressive delivery offered a stark, gritty alternative to the polished "Shiny Suit" era dominating the charts at the time. The Unlikely Origin Story The track served as the third single from