Onyx - performer, vocals, co-producer ("Broke Willies").LL Cool J is the first rap artist who used the same sample in his 1985 song " You'll Rock" (Remix) produced by Rick Rubin.The single version of "Broke Willies" is very different in music from the album version."Shut 'Em Down (Remix)" (Radio Edit)- 4:02 (Featuring Big Pun, Noreaga)."Broke Willies" (Radio Edit)- 4:11 (Featuring X1 )."React" (Radio Edit)- 4:26 (Featuring 50 Cent, Bonifucco, Still Livin, X1 )."Shut 'Em Down" (Remix) (TV Track) - 4:07."Shut 'Em Down" (Remix)- 4:07 (Featuring Big Pun, Noreaga)."Broke Willies" (Radio Edit) - 4:08 (Featuring X1 )."React" (Radio Edit) - 4:25 (Featuring 50 Cent, Bonifucco, Still Livin, X1 ).What did we get in return? Someone talking slick on mixtapes? Swinging on n****s?" Releases 12" vinyl single track listing We gave him respect on the strength of Jam Master Jay. We put him on records when we was at the top of the game. ".50 is a smart businessman and at the end of the day we gave him respect. In a 2008 interview for AllHipHop Fredro Starr made a comment about 50 Cent: Then he would fight with Fredro at the rehearsal for the 2003 VIBE Awards. Later, 50 would diss Sticky Fingaz on a number of mixtapes, including 50's underground hit "How To Rob". During performing the song "React" rapper Scarred 4 Life (also known as Clay Da Raider) performed 50 Cent's verse. The beef between Onyx and 50 Cent started on Def Jam's "Survival Of The Illest" concert at the legendary world-famous Apollo Theater. The video can be found on the 2008's DVD Onyx: 15 Years Of Videos, History And Violence. I was like 'What the-?' I asked them to put me in the box. 50 Cent spoke on his appearance in the video "React" when asked about the last time he went ice-skating. The video concept called for rappers to be hockey players. "React" was the first music video directed by Director X and it premiered on " Rap City" aired on BET on June 13, 1998. They just put me on the song as a favor to Jay because I was the new nigga in his camp. At the time we did a song, no one expected it to be a single. ".Jam Master Jay got me on a song called "React". Background ĥ0 Cent mentioned Jam Master Jay as the man who put him on a song, during his book From Pieces to Weight: Once Upon a Time in Southside, Queens: Produced by Bud'da, React was successful on the R&B and rap charts, peaking at 62 on the US Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks and 44 on the US Hot Rap Singles.Īllmusic highlighted the song itself when they reviewed the album. The song featured Onyx affiliates X1, Bonifucco and Still Livin' and then-unknown 50 Cent in his first official appearance on a song. It was released on Jby JMJ Records, Rush Associated Labels and Def Jam as the third single from Onyx's third album, Shut 'Em Down. " React" is a song by American hip hop group Onyx. It remains a notable release in the group’s discography, solidifying their reputation as one of the leading forces in hardcore rap during the late 1990s.Track Record Studios, North Hollywood, Los Angeles Shut ‘Em Down showcases Onyx’s ability to captivate listeners with their energetic performances and unfiltered lyrics. Other standout songs include “React,” featuring hip-hop legend Busta Rhymes, and “Broke Willies,” which delves into the hardships of urban life. The album includes notable tracks like the title track “Shut ‘Em Down,” which serves as a fierce anthem with its booming production and impactful verses. The album tackles various themes such as social issues, street life, and personal struggles, all delivered with raw energy and a no-nonsense attitude. Shut ‘Em Down features the signature gritty and confrontational style of Onyx, with hard-hitting beats, aggressive lyrics, and powerful vocal deliveries. Shut ‘Em Down is the last album released by Onyx on the Def Jam label Both Onyx and JMJ Records were removed from Def Jam on “Black Thursday” – Janu– because the PolyGram label (who purchased 50% of Sony’s Def Jam in 1994) was sold to Seagram on December 10, 1998. Cheeks, Wu-Tang Clan, N.O.R.E., Big Pun and others. It features guest appearances from Onyx’s affiliate X1, DMX, 50 Cent, Still Livin from Gang Green, All City, Mr. Building on the hardcore rap sound they were known for, Onyx delivers an intense and aggressive collection of tracks on this album. Shut ‘Em Down is the third studio album by American hip-hop group Onyx, released in 1998. “Overshine” is a hidden song by Onyx from their album Shut ‘Em Down.
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