Down Bad

About this song

The song was first previewed by Barry "Hefner" Johnson in the early hours of January 8, 2019. It was further teased during a concert on February 17, 2019. EARTHGANG teased its imminent release in a tweet on June 11, 2019.

What it's about

Each rapper recalls a time in their life when they were facing difficult circumstances, and describes how rap helped them escape those struggles. The song reflects on how that music later brought them wealth and success.

Fun facts

• Samples “Insane in the Brain by Cypress Hill”.
• Sampled in 6 other songs, like “GALZ XYPHER by XG”.
• Covered once, including “Down Bad Remix by Suave The Performer”.
• Written by Bas, J. Cole, JID, Johnny Venus, Pluss and Young Nudy.
• Produced by Pluss.