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LL COOL J revealed during an episode of Rock The Bells' 'Salute the Sample' series that Dr. Dre's 'Xxplosive' was originally his beat, but he ended up passing on the song.

October 31, 2021 Despite passing on the beat, Xxplosive still puts a crick in LL COOL Js neck. I think I still got this demo at my house somewhere, he said while listening to the track. That dont get you moving, nothin will. Shit is hard. He especially loves Nate Doggs melodic, playa-smooth performance. Yo, Nate Dogg, boy! Start that chorus over for me, LL added. Can we just celebrate Nate Dogg for a second? Listen to his rhythm. Yo, this joint crazy right here. LL COOL J and Dr. Drestill managed to release one record together in the 90s with Zoom,from the soundtrack to Warren Beattys 1998 political satire comedy Bulworth. Years later, the two rap legends hit the studio together in 2016 Their reunion spawned a ferocious LL freestyle on Dres Beats 1 Radio show The Pharmacy, although an official collaboration has yet to surface. Nevertheless, the love between LL COOL J and Dr. Dre clearly runs deep as the Aftermath founder helped induct the Def Jam icon into the Rock & Roll Hall of Famein October 2021. became raps first pop superstar while staying true to his roots, representing Queens, New York, Dre said while bestowing the honor on the self-proclaimed G.O.A.T. Hes hit that unique space that crosses and bridges generations; the rare artist beloved by you, your mom and all of your kids all at once. How many artists in the rap game are relevant after 30 years? Subscribe to DX Newsletter Get The Most Important Stories Of The Day Straight To Your Inbox Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! Youre Far Too Kind To complete the subscription process, please click the link in the email we just sent you. Joining Newsletter Read more