What These Bitches Want - DMX

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Sisqó, DMX

About What These Bitches Want

"What These Bitches Want" (edited for radio as "What You Want") is a song by American hip hop recording artist DMX, released as the third single from his third album ... And Then There Was X (1999). The single features Def Soul singer Sisqó and was billed on the front cover as "The Biggest in Rap meets The Biggest in R&B." The subject matter in the song is past women in DMX's life. In August, 2019, the song regained prominence on social media after 19 years of its initial release date when a DMX challenge surfaced on the internet. For the challenge, women piece together photos and clips of themselves in various hairstyles, switching the images to the song's lyrics to suggest that they're a different person with every hairstyle. more »

Year: 2002 4:14 28,125 Views

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DMX

Earl Simmons (born December 18, 1970), better known by his stage names DMX and Dark Man X, is an American rapper and actor. In 1999, DMX released his best-selling album ...And Then There Was X, which featured the hit single "Party Up (Up in Here)". He has acted in films such as Belly, Romeo Must Die, Exit Wounds, Cradle 2 The Grave, and Last Hour. In 2006, he starred in the reality television series DMX: Soul of a Man, which was primarily aired on the BET cable television network. In 2003, DMX published a book of his memoirs entitled, E.A.R.L.: The Autobiography of DMX. DMX released a mixtape The Weigh In as a prelude/promotion towards his album Undisputed (2012). DMX has sold over 30 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling hip… more »

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Release and Ranking
"What These Bitches Want" was a single from DMX's third studio album "...And Then There Was X". The song reached No. 49 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showcasing its popularity.
Guest Artist
The song features prominent American singer-songwriter Sisqó, who is best known for his 1999 hit, "Thong Song."
Music Producers
It was produced by both Nokio the N-Tity and DMX. The two producers gave the song its notable rhythm and beat.
Lyric Unique Point
One of the most memorable parts of the song is a verse where DMX names 46 different women in quick succession. This sequence has been a discussion point among fans and cultural commentators.
Controversy
The song's lyrics, title, and overall theme sparked controversy due to its explicit content and perceived objectification of women.
Sampling
The song incorporates a sample from "It's All About the Benjamins (Rock Remix)" by Puff Daddy featuring Lil' Kim, The LOX & The Notorious B.I.G.
Music Video
The video for the song, released in 2000, features a variety of settings and scenarios, showcasing DMX's versatility as an artist.
Longevity
Despite the explicit nature of its lyrics and its age, the song continues to be a popular choice for inclusion in DMX playlists, indicating its enduring appeal.
Chart Achievement
"What These Bitches Want" reached No. 17 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, adding to its commercial success.
TikTok Trend
A portion of the song went viral on TikTok in 2020, two decades after its original release, where users mouthed along to the section of the song where DMX lists the women's names.
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