Although I briefly mentioned it in the video, I was confused as to why this song was censored despite the rest of the album being explicit. If anyone knows why please let me know below! Thanks for watching ✌🏻

"To live is to suffer, to survive is to find meaning in the suffering" that first line pretty much sums it all up. RIP X

DMX wrote his pain like no other. Very special artist. May he continue to Rest In Peace 🙏🏿

In the huge wake of Tupac's death, DMX became the rap worlds street poet. Complete raw imagery and honesty in his lyrics.

People only think of DMX as a party guy but he had bars.

I'm in my 40's and this song STILL gives me the chills!! In a good way....

I knew it was a matter of time. DMX was such a raw poet.

This song came out in 98 but I didn’t hear it until 99. I was addicted to pcp for many ears and the first time I heard this song I started to cry because it felt like this song was written for me I was so into my addiction that I abandoned everyone that loved me. But truth be told this song saved my life I’ve been drug free since dec of 1999. Thank you dmx for allowing god to use you to save me.

I saw him in concert, I remember he used to end each show with a prayer. He was so genuine and spiritual and loving. The “I can’t get up” part always gets me too esp the second verse. And when he talks about needing to get high to get by, and how his day starts with smoking weed, then drinking made him mean/angry, and finally he’d do coke which made him violent, enough to mug people - he’s talked about that. He was on drugs very badly, that’s why he didn’t care about his appearance. He stayed on the streets with a bloody knife (mugging). Very dark. Dmx stands for dark man X. Dark is his bad side, man is who he is at his core, and X is what you don’t want to know. He explained it kinda like that. He does a lot of dog references because he would befriend/take in stray dogs, he felt they were the only trustworthy thing. He would sleep with them on top of buildings when he was homeless. May he be at peace, he overcame his struggles and was lively. I’ve been binge watching you guys. Y’all are awesome 👍

Man you're doing something incredible for your relationship with your father. One day you'll look back and feel super prod of what you did. An experience treasure.

One of the most prolific artist. Wore his heart on his sleeve. Pure raw talent and energy and always gave praises to God despite his missteps in life. Definitely admirable. He gave us ppl from Yonkers, NY a voice and was considered the ppls champ. Rest In Peace DMX Earl Simmons. One of my favorite rappers of all time.

Man, this song got me through a lot as a young kid. DMX was an outlet for me. RIP ! Legend

DMX's delivery is like a preacher. He was super religious - with lots of biblical and christian imagery. His verses are like prayers.

Damnnn this song means a lot to me…my dad used to bump this alot back when I was a kid and he was still just in his 20s. Now that I’m the same age as he was and still trying to get myself together…seeing him go thru stuff, trying to do the right thing for his two boys and figure life out.. it all makes sense

When it comes to expressing pure emotion in music, DMX is unmatched.

DMX was born in Baltimore and moved to Mount Vernon, NY. This song speaks about the hurt, pain, trials and tribulations that he endured as a child. His mother named him after one of her boyfriends, and some of the guys used to beat on him and so did his mother. His mother disregarded his presence because she was always high. He found a friend in dog, he felt loved unconditionally and not alone. They slept on rooftops of his apartment building. He was talking about his ex wife when he said and to my boo who stuck with a n through all the bullshit because it's due, her name is Tashera. It's like he predicted his future.

DMX is such a big loss. Praying he's up there chillin somewhere for his soul to have peace

DMX is another great rap ICON. You feel every verse. Slippin is my all time favorite. Miss you: is also a great one.

You both are so genuinely respectful and mindful of the fragility and strength this genre represents. 🙏🏾

DMX had an amazing autobiography--it's so honest. He was always so open with his pain hoping to help others.

If you want to make your dad cry again, make him listen to DMX - I Miss You 😁 2pac is always going to be number 1 for me. But DMX is the only one that could ever come close to him. They both are the complete package with lyrics, deep thoughts, emotions, life experiences, charisma and so on. Unbelievably good, both of them.

DMX was a master of emotion and expression, he has full conversation songs and deeply educated others on addiction and the deeper parts of the soul.

Lord Give Me A Sign by DMX is somthing you have to let your pops witness after this.

DMX was a great artist and genuine person. Took in children, helped people in the neighborhood. Genuine, kind person.

My favorite DMX track... you can tell he put his heart in this song... you can really feel his pain

DMX became a hard core Christian and often prayed on stage and in his albums.

DMX - "I Miss You" is another great song where he talks about his grandma who passed away, it always makes me shed a tear lol

This song has literally gotten me through many hard times R.I.P DMX

For somebody as spiritually sensitive as DMX was, who often spoke about God and prayed his heart out in shows and on the record, it makes sense that his delivery was that of a preacher. Rest in peace, X

He definitely gonna feel this one...still make me cry - The fact that a guy DMX looked up to laced his blunt with crack when he was only 10(i believe that was the age) pisses me off, because he's the reason why he isn't still alive today. RIP to the GOAT! - You guys should listen to his songs: Look Thru My Eyes, Let Me Fly, How's It Goin Down, and the Damien stories. He has a crazy catalog.

So dope that your Dad listens and sees the art and pain in HipHop music. Genuine appreciation. Salute to you both 🤘🏽🙏🏽

The first 3 DMX albums are legendary, I highly recommend listening to them all beginning to end and in order

MET X after a jay z and friends concert in boston going into a TGIF with a friend.. he literally stayed outside and chatted it up wit everyone as cool as could be then went inside and ate like a normal patron and noone bothered him.. RIP X

This album came out right around Christmas in ‘98. I vividly remember being 15 and walking in the snow with my Walkman while listening to this album and specifically, this song on repeat. It was sort of a “transitionary” period in a boys life where you realize it’s time to become a man and a lot of change was to come. Something about this song’s melody, verses, along with the cold snow and grey sky just really spoke to me. RIP X

Slippin got me through tough times and Lord Give me a Sign has been my most recent from DMX.RIP Legend

After all these years i still cant listen to this song without tearing up

This song is so perfectly executed The lyrics are beautiful pain A lot of ppl won’t understand that… Beautifully written

"It's Dark and Hell is Hot" and "Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood" are two of the most influential AND greatest rap albums of all time. It was a perfect mix of thug motivation and wokeness that borderlines horrorcore. It's a shame that most of today's fans couldn't witness him at his height and the Ruff Rider era.

He was very religious, and I think the woman singing in the background and the end symbolizes angels that are always there and when he quiets his mind he can hear them.

Im 55 and ive been emersed in hip hop...specifically rap since rappers delight. DMX much like Pac, good or bad, made you feel what he was saying Love this channel.

I remember a classmate was late to first period English every single day senior year. The teacher asked why she was late and she said she HAD to listen to the entire “It’s Dark and Hell is Hot” album. When DMX died that was my first memory. X was the perfect blend of motivation, party, comedy, love and thug. I hope he is resting well in peace.

"Let me fly" is my favorite track by DMX

The tone in his voice is pain , He will be missed. A true rap Icon

Rest In Peace DMX! One of my all-time favorite artists. This song probably saved my life going through some of the darkest times of my life. DMX is the only rapper to have 2 albums go platinum in 1 year. Definitely passed before his time. He will always live on not only through the world but through me and my kids. Long Live X!

I highly recommend you and dad watch the music video! It really puts a visual with the lyrics. Very telling of everything he went through from his childhood into adult life. Honestly watching the video now for me makes me sad because he’s gone now 🥺🕊

DMX gets me every time 😭. Please listen to one of his many prayers, specifically the one he performed live at Woodstock 99’.

"Let me fly" , "The Rain" , "I can Feel it" , "A'yo Kato" , "Damien", "Here We Go Again" ...There are so many DMX songs to choose from. Great content, i love your channel 💪! R.I.P X !

Watching you 2 is so cathartic to a music lover .. and this song literally still gives me chills decades later RIP DMX 🙅🏽‍♀️

This song makes me cry everytime, but also gives me strength. DMX carried me through high School

I highly recommend Nas One Mic. I’d love to see pops break down just the music in that song.

"Slippin'" This life shit, this life shit is like Is like bugged the fuck out, son, for real See, to live is to suffer But to survive... Well, that's to find meaning in the suffering Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (I will hold you down) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up ('Cause I got your back, I got your back) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (Oh, the Lord is with you now) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up (And He got your back, He got your back) I've been through mad different phases like mazes to find my way And now I know that happy days are not far away If I'm strong enough I'll live long enough to see my kids Doin' somethin' more constructive with their time than bids I know because I been there, now I'm in there Sit back and look at what it took for me to get there First came the bullshit, the drama with my mama She got on some fly shit so I split and said that I'ma Be that seed that doesn't need much to succeed Strapped with mad greed and a heart that doesn't bleed I'm ready for the world or at least I thought I was Baggin' niggas when I caught a buzz For thinkin' about how short I was Goin' too fast, it wouldn't last, but yo I couldn't tell Group homes and institutions prepared my ass for jail They put me in a situation forcin' me to be a man When I was just learnin' to stand without a helping hand Damn, was it my fault, somethin' I did To make a father leave his first kid at seven doin' my first bid? Back on the scene at fourteen with a scheme To get more cream than I'd ever seen in a dream And by all means I will be livin' high off the hog And I never gave a fuck about much but my dog That's my only mothafucka I hit off with my last Just another lil nigga headed nowhere fast Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (I will hold you down) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up ('Cause I got your back, I got your back) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (Oh, the Lord is with you now) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up (And He got your back, He got your back) That ain't the half, shit gets worse as I get older Actions become bolder, heart got colder Chip on my shoulder that I dared a nigga to touch Didn't need a clique 'cause I scared a nigga that much One deep with the pit startin' shit for kicks Catchin' Vicks, throwin' bricks, gettin' by bein' slick Used to get high, just to get by Used to have to puff my L in the morning before I could fly Ate somethin', a couple of forties made me hate somethin' I did some coke, now I'm ready to take somethin' Three years later showin' signs of stress Didn't keep my hair cut or give a fuck how I dressed I'm possessed by the darker side, livin' the cruddy life Shit like this kept a nigga with a bloody knife Wanna make records but I'm fuckin' it up I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (I will hold you down) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up ('Cause I got your back, I got your back) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (Oh, the Lord is with you now) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up (And He got your back, He got your back) Wasn't long before I hit rock bottom Niggas talkin' shit, like, "Damn, look how that rock got him!" Open like a window, no more indo Look at a video, sayin' to myself: "That coulda been yo Ass on the TV," believe me, it could be done Somethin's got to give, gots to change 'cause now I've got a son I gots to do the right thing for shorty And that means no more gettin' high, drinkin' 40s So I get back lookin' type slick again Fake niggas jump back on my dick again Nothin' but love for those that know how it feel And much respect to all my niggas that kept it real Kept a nigga strong, kept a nigga from doin' wrong Niggas know who they is and this is your fuckin' song And to my boo who stuck with a nigga through All the bullshit, you'll get yours because it's due Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (I will hold you down) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up ('Cause I got your back, I got your back) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I can't get up (Oh, the Lord is with you now) Ayo I'm slippin', I'm fallin', I gots to get up Get me back on my feet so I can tear shit up (And He got your back, He got your back) (I will hold you down, 'cause I got your back, I got your back) (Oh, the Lord is with you now, and He got your back, He got your back) See, this is that shit, this is that shit That all real niggas can relate to This is from the heart, baby Don't get it twisted X, baby

Pac and DMX were poets who rapped. Their music touched souls and were meant to be felt not heard. 2 of my favorites and were instrumental in mine and a lot of others to change their lives through our pain.

I can’t get enough of your Dad’s reactions to these great songs

I end up stumble on this channel by accident and this shit is dope. Love the way pops can break down lyrics in an articulate way. Hip Hop Artists are deep and to me are the best writers and speakers not many people can deliver a message in 3-5 minutes while vividly painting a movie as you listen to their rhymes.

His first two albums were released in the same year. And both became #1s. Something that was never done before

One of the most unique and yet genuine voices in the industry. You heard his truth. He is dearly missed.

This is about his addiction. And we didn't even understand that back then. We all related it to whatever was "slipping" us up in our own lives. Good music.

😢🥲 I NEVER cried listening to all these classic songs, but these reactions makes me take time to feel the lyrics and I'm fucking bawling right now...

I’m crying because I’m so blessed to been to one of his last shows. All I know he is at peace no more pain. RIP X

“Lord Give Me A Sign” is another classic!

This song. So honest, so sad and vulnerable. His lyricism on levels of PAC for sure ❤

RIP DMX. Although some beg to differ, he was very spiritual artist. A vessel to do God's work. Every album had a prayer. He was a message to this young generation. Si gi g... Lord give me a sign. Let me know what's you mind. Tell me how to reach the blind.

This song is very special to me! DMX really was an artist that put alot of emotion to his songs. RIP DMX

I remember playing this song as an anthem during some of my most stressful times as a health care provider! The context may not be the same for everyone, but the message is universal! Everyone struggles and needs encouragement and faith! 😊

I like the fact that your dad even though he doesn't know much about hip-hop but his knowledge of music is so vast I really like that

First CASSETTE TAPE I ever bought with my own money. DMX WAS SOOO HOT 🔥 WHEN HE CAME OUT! THE WHOLE RUFF RYDERS. Played it until the tape popped in the player... Omg those were the TIMES! KIDS now don't even know what a cassette tape is.. I feel OLD!

If you want your Daddio to get emotional again, let him listen to DMX - I Miss You Such a sad & powerful Song about his Grandmother 🥺

Another heartfelt rap song I would suggest is “all that I got is u” by Ghostface Killah. Details a rough upbringing while being very melodic.

Slippin is still my all time favorite X song. I wrote a song to it with 2 other bros. Heavy song! Rip king 👑

You need to listen to his whole albums. They come from a time when albums as a whole were a story.

This is the best reaction channel by far, in my opinion. So authentic, kowledgeble and a really loving and respectful connection between you two. Much Love♥️

DMX was one of the greatest I can remember every time I felt depressed this song would make me feel better thank for being there for me DMX RIP we all miss you

Song gives me chills you can feel it all in your soul 😩 rip to the goat DMX 🐐

He’s fighting for his life dealing with addiction and past trauma like a fighting dog in the pit …thats why the hook says he’s slipping and he has to get back up to tear Sh!t up. Unfortunately He also past away from a drug overdose…On a lot of his tracks he barks and gruels like a pit bull to show his aggression and Gameness in the everyday struggle …. Long Live DMX

Maybe good to mention: DMX died one year ago by an OD. The guy that introduced him to hiphop is also the guy that putted crack into his joint when he was 14 years old. Which caused him to be a crack addict. The last years he became sober of crack but eventually out of nowhere he died from an OD. You'll also notice that like 3-4 years ago he was a lot heavier because he quitted cocaine and stuff. Just to know

Been playing this album in my car today.. dmx rarely gets mentioned when people give their top ten rappers... he was real..so many rappers talked s#it..he didn't

Was always a fan but then earl 2000s a tour came through my college town. X, Nas, Lil Kim. Lil Kim and Nas were both out there with a million people on stage and mics, hard to follow, just messy performance. X comes out no shirt by himself rocks the place for 2 hours. Goes from prayer to barking to yelling and rocking the crowd, he was amazing. RIP

DMX is one of the greatest raw emotional artists in hip hop history. His struggles with the Dark and Light are something that people from all generations and backgrounds can identify with, which is what made him transcend genres. He could do a rock festival or a hip hop concert and people just loved him for his realness. He was a true diamond in the Ruff. RIP DMX

Such a blessing to have a father that can see past the cussing to the heart of the lyrics. Also a father that is willing to talk about emotions, life and how to interpret the challenges that a person may face in their life. This is not a relationship I was able to experience with my father and it brings a year to my eye to watch it happen.... In a good way. Kind regards Ben from NZ 👌👌😎😎💪💪😉😉

DMX is one of those rappers where I just cannot describe how important he was to me. His death hit very hard and I just hope he actually truly knew just how helpful his music was to so many.

A teenage runaway I use to have this on repeat. I still love this song. I’m in my 30’s.

I used to listen to this when I was on my lowest point in life , this song will always be apart of me

Yes I can’t wait! Dmx was a tortured fabulous soul!

This the man that had two #1 albums in the same year

If you digging into DMX the Damien trilogy is a must. Gives you the naive, the understanding, and the repent.

•DMX ( Blown away / goodbye/ I miss you/ Damien I II II) We lost an icon in DMX, one of the best to ever do it. One of the only few you can call “ Real”. 5 times number one albums. Best rap live performer probably eve. Best adlibs ever recorded 🔥 •Immortal technique- ( dance with the devil / you never know ) •Vinnie paz - (End of days/ Is happiness just a word?) •Eminem - ( beautiful / Stan ) •Lupe Fiasco - (Words I never said) •Tupac - (letter to my unborn child / life goes on )

You guys are so inspirational!!! Keep up the great work!!! I show all my friends and family your videos you truly give us hope for many different reasons. Your dynamic is so special. You're not only models for artists but for fathers and sons. MUCH LOVE TO YOU GUYS!!!

DMX - ready to meet him is one of his most powerful songs and I recommend the long version with the prayer in the beginning.. POWERFUL

Lord give me a sign is a must when familiarizing with DMX, it shows a dichotomy that is unique in hiphop and rap music as well that made his 5 first albums hit platinum. "I can feel it" and "Let me fly" are two solid songs of his great discography as well. I love the channel makes me so happy to see such a sweet relationship between a father and his son, cheers from one of DMXs biggest latino fans in Sweden much love to you guys 🙏🏼

I love that you have your dad around to do this with. I would have loved for my dad to sit with me and really listen to the lyrics of rap artists to hear how they so often rap about their struggles

Crazy that I was just listening to the album the other day and I remember your channel and thought it would be awesome for you and your pops to cover this song. Awesome!!

Interesting fact: DMX's lawyer played this song in court as part of his defense on a tax evasion charge back in 2018. I'd really love to see y'all react to "I'm Black" by Styles P. It's not a very mainstream song, but it's good. It's raw aggression without being gratuitously explicit. Styles P was also signed to the label Ruff Ryders alongside DMX.

I learned English listen to DMX 😅 Came from Puerto Rico 1997* n had no friends DMX was my friend during those times

He is and always will be my favorite rap artist. Find the explicit version. It becomes a whole different song.

Love this tune. Puts a lump in my throat, feel the lyrics hard n the track fits perfectly with the feeling. R.I.P DMX. Find that peace bro👊🏽. And love these 2 guys. Great to see father n son bonding over great music. Nuff Respect👊🏽🇬🇧

Finally DMX like l asked…just wish it had been “Who we be” as an intro to X

This is a masterpiece. His story is emotional. He did sell his soul, and spoke about it with a lot of people who know him while living in Phoenix. He has a lot of unresolved issues. One of his daughter is a friend little sister. Anyways. Rip DMX.

First off, In my opinion this is the best song DMX ever wrote. The emotion is so pure and honest. But most importantly I just want to say I think this video of father and son being able to sit down and discuss something like this and for the father to take it so seriously and truly want to connect to the song and the emotions involved with it with his son is just amazing to me. What a great father and what a special father and son relationship!

Beautiful analysis. 🙏🏽💕

One of the greatest hip hop songs ever. Really, really has pulled me back from giving up a number of times. Hip hop is not the clown show we see today. It has unlimited potential to touch the soul. Cool channel, fellas. Just found these videos