Time's Up (Jadakiss song)
| "Time's Up" | ||||
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| Single by Jadakiss featuring Nate Dogg | ||||
| from the album Kiss of Death | ||||
| Released | April 20, 2004 | |||
| Studio | Powerhouse Studios (Yonkers, New York) | |||
| Genre | Hip hop | |||
| Length | 3:36 | |||
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| Producer(s) | Storch | |||
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| "Time’s Up" on YouTube | ||||
"Time's Up" (also titled "Time's Up!") is a song by American rapper Jadakiss, released on April 20, 2004, as the lead single from his second studio album Kiss of Death (2004).[1] The song features American singer Nate Dogg and was produced by Scott Storch. Lyrically, the song sees Jadakiss rapping about his journey to becoming a rapper in the industry.[2]
Critical reception
The song received positive reviews from critics. Mitch Findlay of HotNewHipHop praised Jadakiss's lyricism on the track, adding, "It's about as cold a banger as they come, a perfect example of Jadakiss' ability to retain crossover appeal while spitting bars at a high caliber."[2]
In an interview with XXL, Jadakiss revealed that Eminem had called him about the lyrics "Fuck riding the beat, nigga / I parallel park on the track", which the latter praised.[3]
Music video
The official music video of the song was directed by Chris Robinson. It finds Jadakiss looking visibly unhappy while rapping, and attending a funeral.[1]
Charts
| Chart (2004) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Billboard Hot 100[4] | 70 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[5] | 26 |
| US Hot Rap Songs (Billboard)[6] | 19 |
| US Rhythmic (Billboard)[7] | 37 |
Release history
| Region | Date | Format(s) | Label(s) | Ref. |
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| United States | April 26, 2004 | Rhythmic contemporary · urban contemporary radio | Ruff Ryders, Interscope | [8] |
References
- ^ a b Reid, Shaheem (April 20, 2004). "Funeral-Going Jadakiss Says Making Videos Just Kills Him". MTV News.
- ^ a b Findlay, Mitch (2020-05-27). "Jadakiss & Nate Dogg Dropped A Classic With "Time's Up"". HotNewHipHop.
- ^ Diep, Eric (June 23, 2014). "Jadakiss Earned Eminem's Respect With 'Kiss Of Death' - XXL". XXL.
- ^ "Jadakiss Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard.
- ^ "Jadakiss Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard.
- ^ "Jadakiss Chart History (Hot Rap Songs)". Billboard.
- ^ "Jadakiss Chart History (Rhythmic)". Billboard.
- ^ "Going for Adds" (PDF). Radio & Records. No. 1552. April 23, 2004. p. 24. Retrieved July 3, 2022.