Gin And Juice

About this song

The song is considered a classic in the mainstream media. It was nominated for Best Rap Solo Performance at the 1995 Grammy Awards, and VH1 listed it at number 8 on its 100 Greatest Hip-Hop Songs in 2011.

What it's about

The song depicts the more laid back side of the streets. It is seen as symbolic of what G-funk is all about, and its hook is often cited as one of the catchiest in hip-hop.

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Fun facts

• Samples “I Get Lifted by George McCrae” and “Long Red (Live at Woodstock, Bethel, NY - August 1969) by Mountain”.
• Sampled in 38 other songs, like “Cheers (Drink To That) by Rihanna”.
• Covered 9 times, including “Gin & Juice (Another Shot from Dr. Dre) by HARDY & Dr. Dre”.
• Written by Daniel Webster, Daz Dillinger, Dr. Dre, Harry Wayne Casey, Mark Adams and Raye Turner.
• Produced by Chris “The Glove” Taylor, Dr. Dre and Emanuel Dean.