"Why" is a protest song by rapper Jadakiss, released as the second single from his second solo album Kiss of Death. It features singer Anthony Hamilton in the chorus and was produced by Mobb Deep member Havoc. It was a crossover hit in several countries. The song ranked #64 in About.com's Top 100 Rap Songs.[1] A remix with a new chorus was later released featuring Anthony Hamilton, Styles P, Common, and Nas and with the a different drum rhythm. Another remix was released, titled "Why 2K7", featuring rapper Lil' Wayne. This remix is available on DJ 007's Beast of the East, a collaboration mixtape with Fabolous and Jadakiss.
[edit] Controversy
Jadakiss attracted some controversy and condemnation from political commentator Bill O'Reilly, who labeled him a "smear merchant" due to lyrics in the song, which state Jada's belief that George W. Bush coordinated the September 11 attacks:
"Why do niggas push pounds of powder?/Why did Bush knock down the
towers?"
"Bush" is censored in clean versions of the song. The music video shows a man holding up a picket sign reading "BUCK FUSH" - a spoonerism of "FUCK BUSH".
Bill O'Reilly took the position that the President should be allowed to sue Jadakiss for slander. The track was eventually banned on some radio stations or played with the lyrics in question censored.[2] [3] [4] [5]
[edit] Track listing
- "Why" (album version)
- "Kiss of Death" (main version)
- "The Champ Is Here" (explicit version)
- "Why" (video)
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