The TakeOver 2

"FUX DAT" by The Cause2k and NABS https://emcityworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Recordings.movAbout the track"FUX DAT" is raw, unfiltered rage against systemic inequality, political hypocrisy, and the conditions keeping Black Americans oppressed. DJ Nabs and The Cause2k hold nothing back, attacking everything from foreign aid policies that ignore domestic poverty to the violence consuming Black communities. The track channels anger into aggressive bars that refuse politeness or respectability politics, instead opting for the kind of […]

"WHATCHUTHOUGHT" by The Cause2k and NABS https://emcityworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Recordings.movAbout the track"WHATCHUTHOUGHT" is pure street energy and crew solidarity, built around the simple premise of checking assumptions and establishing boundaries. The track operates on swagger and territorial confidence, with The Cause2k making clear that talking recklessly will get tested, that outsiders aren't welcome without respect, and that the squad stays ready for whatever. The repetitive hook functions like a challenge—"whatchu thought it was?"—forcing […]

"REDOUT 5000" by The Cause2k and NABS feat. Lady J https://emcityworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Recordings.mov About the track "REDOUT 5000" is a remix/reimagining that samples conscious hip-hop from an earlier era, building on themes of Black liberation, mental elevation, and breaking free from societal conditioning. The track interpolates powerful messages about reclaiming Black identity—growing afros and dreadlocks, rejecting slave mentalities, and recognizing the ongoing psychological warfare targeting African Americans. With its "fast acceleration" refrain […]

"IDNM" by The Cause2k and DJ NABS https://emcityworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Recordings.mov About the track "IDNM" (I Do Not Miss) is a declaration of precision, focus, and unrelenting determination. The Cause2k delivers bars about hitting every target, achieving every goal, and maintaining perfect aim in both music and life. The track shifts between celebration of personal excellence and sobering commentary on street violence, addiction, and the desperation driving young people toward crime. There's a […]

"What It Be" by DJ NABS feat. The Cause2k https://emcityworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Recordings.mov About the track "What It Be" channels classic West Coast hip-hop energy while delivering uncompromising spiritual and social consciousness. The Cause2k positions himself as a modern prophet speaking truth to a world trapped in materialism, false consciousness, and self-destructive behavior patterns. Over an old-school beat reminiscent of 90s California rap, the track attacks the American Dream's hollow promises while calling […]

"HNY (Happy New Year)" by DJ NABS feat. The Cause2k and J. Certified https://emcityworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Recordings.mov About the track "HNY" (Happy New Year) captures the unique tension between celebration and conscience that defines New Year's Eve—the desire to party clashing with the weight of responsibility and mortality. DJ Nabs delivers bars that oscillate between turn-up energy and sobering reality checks, addressing everything from drunk driving to his legendary status in the industry. […]

"Lose It" by DJ NABS feat. The Cause2k https://emcityworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Recordings.mov About the track "Lose It" launches The TakeOver 2 like a rocket ship preparing for liftoff, complete with mission control announcements and countdown sequences. This high-energy dance anthem is pure celebration, urging listeners to abandon their inhibitions and surrender to the rhythm. The track channels the spirit of legendary performers from Prince to Michael Jackson, creating a nostalgic yet fresh party […]