Community hub
0 subscribers9 pages, 0 posts
Recent from talks
All channels
Be the first to start a discussion here.
Be the first to start a discussion here.
Be the first to start a discussion here.
Be the first to start a discussion here.
Contribute something
Welcome to the community hub built to collect knowledge and have discussions related to Got It on Me.
Nothing was collected or created yet.
Got It on Me
View on Wikipediafrom Wikipedia
| "Got It on Me" | |
|---|---|
| Song by Pop Smoke | |
| from the album Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon | |
| Released | July 3, 2020 |
| Genre | Hip hop |
| Length | 2:43 |
| Label | |
| Songwriters |
|
| Producer | Young Devante |
| Music video | |
| "Got It on Me" on YouTube | |
"Got It on Me" is a song by American rapper Pop Smoke from his posthumous debut studio album, Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon (2020) as well as the EP For The Night (2020). The song was written by Pop Smoke, born Bashar Jackson, alongside 50 Cent who has the real name of Curtis Jackson, Darrell Branch, Dmytro Luchko, Frederick Perren, Keni St. Lewis, and Luis Resto, while Young Devante solely handled the production. It is a hip hop track that interpolates the lyrics of 50 Cent's "Many Men (Wish Death)".
In the lyrics, Pop Smoke pleads for mercy from his enemies. "Got It on Me" received generally positive reviews from music critics, with several of them praising its usage of "Many Men (Wish Death)". The song peaked at number 31 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 107 on the Billboard Global 200. An accompanying music video was released on July 3, 2020, and features never before seen clips of Pop Smoke.
Background and release
[edit]"Got It on Me" was one of the earlier songs Pop Smoke had when Steven Victor first signed him. Victor described the song as "incredible" and put it aside for the album.[1] Pop Smoke's friend Rah Swish explained that the song was one of five to ten songs Pop Smoke ever recorded. He told Swish that "Got It on Me" was going to be a "hit record", and that it would take him "over the top". Swish disagreed, saying Pop Smoke was just coming out and that the track was "too strong".[1] The song's producer, Young Devante, said he had made the track's beat in August 2018.[1] He was informed by one of his subscribers that Pop Smoke had found it on his YouTube channel. Young Devante described the song's beat as a "Meek Mill-type beat", and wanted to work with Pop Smoke in the future.[1] "Got It on Me" prominently interpolates the lyrics of 50 Cent's 2003 single, "Many Men (Wish Death)", standing as one of several tracks from Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon to sample early 2000s songs.[2][3][4][5] 50 Cent said he was shocked when he heard Pop Smoke's sample of the recording.[1] Jess Jackson commented that Pop Smoke had a "husky, bass-driven, scooped-out rap", and stated the rapper sounded like 50 Cent when singing the song.[1] Benjamin Lust, Artists and repertoire of Republic Records, admitted at first they did not have Pop Smoke's vocal files, while saying the song would have sounded "bizarre" without them, so he had to track them down. They were able to find his vocal files and Lust concluded that the song sounded much better with them.[1]
The song was written by Pop Smoke, known as Bashar Jackson, alongside 50 Cent, Darrell Branch, Dmytro Luchko, Frederick Perren, Keni St. Lewis, and Luis Resto.[6] Mastering and mixing were both handled by Jess Jackson, while Rose Adams, Sage Skofield, and Sean Solymar were credited as assistant engineers and assistant mixers.[6] Dom Martin, Ky Miller, and Yung Ave received credit as the recording engineers, while Pierre Rogue was credited as an assistant recording engineer.[6] On July 3, 2020, "Got It on Me" was released as the 17th track on Pop Smoke's debut posthumous studio album Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon.[7]
Music and lyrics
[edit]Wongo Okon of Uproxx described "Got It on Me" as a hip hop track.[8] Mitch Findlay of HotNewHipHop stated that Young Devante opts for a "dark vibe" with the song, as well as saying it is complete with "eerie choir chants and gothic church bells."[4] He continued, writing that the "aura of death surrounds it, and Pop Smoke's baritone belts out Fif's iconic chorus with purpose."[4] NME's Dhruva Balram commented that "Got It on Me" rounds off "expertly with the triple-threat" and sees Pop Smoke "looking towards a future he never had."[9]
Bianca Gracie of Paper magazine stated that Pop Smoke "pleads for mercy and taunts his enemies in the same breath" on the song.[10] Danny Schwartz of Rolling Stone mentioned that in the song's final 30 seconds, the beat drops out, and Pop Smoke's "bluesman's bare voice" revisits the hook from "Many Men (Wish Death)": "Many, many, many, many men/Wish death 'pon me."[2] According to A.D. Amorosi of Variety, Pop Smoke "prays for those who are out for his blood": "Is you ridin' or you hidin'?/ If you slidin' then you owe me."[11]
Reception and promotion
[edit]"Got It on Me" was met with generally positive reviews from music critics. Rolling Stone's Danny Schwartz said listening to Pop Smoke's vocals in the last 30 seconds of the song "feels like walking on hallowed ground."[2] Variety's A.D. Amorosi described "Got It on Me" as "grand", and that "its soulful chorus – like so many of Smoke's centerpieces – offers a sense of uplift, even when his back is against the wall."[11] David Arron Blake of HipHopDX defined the song as "chilling".[12] David Crone of AllMusic said while the song was far from a new joint, it felt "immensely satisfying" to hear to hear "Many Men (Wish Death)" on the track.[7] In a less enthusiastic review, Slant Magazine's Charles Lyons-Burt opined that the song finds Pop Smoke "doggedly racing against [its] beat, and there are brief instances where the rapper's glib sense of humor and confidence invest lines like 'I need your number and that's that' and 'I ain't with the talk or the chit chat' with a hoarse individuality."[13]
Following the release of Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon, "Got It on Me" debuted and peaked at number 31 on the US Billboard Hot 100.[14] The song has also peaked at number 107 on the Billboard Global 200 and number 15 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts.[15][16] It further peaked at number 14 on the Canadian Hot 100,[17] number 40 in Sweden,[18] number 59 in Australia,[19] and number 82 in France.[20]
A music video for "Got It on Me" was released to Pop Smoke's YouTube channel on July 3, 2020.[21] The visual is shot in black and white and features never before seen footage of Pop Smoke working in the recording studio, walking through streets with his fans and team, and performing live.[22][23] Writing for Hypebeast, Felson Sajonas stated that the video "echoes Pop Smoke's often cheerful demeanor and party persona."[22]
Credits and personnel
[edit]Credits adapted from Tidal.[6]
- Pop Smoke – vocals, writer
- 50 Cent – writer
- Darrell Branch – writer
- Young Devante – writer, programming, producer
- Frederick Perren – writer
- Keni St.Lewis – writer
- Luis Resto – writer
- Jess Jackson – mastering engineer, mix engineer
- Rose Adams – assistant engineer, assistant mixer
- Sage Skofield – assistant engineer, assistant mixer
- Sean Solymar – assistant engineer, assistant mixer
- Dom Martin – recording engineer
- Ky Miller – recording engineer
- Yung Ave – recording engineer
- Pierre Rogue – assistant recording engineer
Charts
[edit]
Weekly charts[edit]
|
Year-end charts[edit]
|
Certifications
[edit]| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (ARIA)[31] | Gold | 35,000‡ |
| Brazil (Pro-Música Brasil)[32] | Gold | 20,000‡ |
| Denmark (IFPI Danmark)[33] | Platinum | 90,000‡ |
| France (SNEP)[34] | Gold | 100,000‡ |
| Italy (FIMI)[35] | Gold | 50,000‡ |
| Poland (ZPAV)[36] | Gold | 25,000‡ |
| Portugal (AFP)[37] | Gold | 5,000‡ |
| United Kingdom (BPI)[38] | Gold | 400,000‡ |
| United States (RIAA)[39] | Platinum | 1,000,000‡ |
| Streaming | ||
| Greece (IFPI Greece)[40] | Gold | 1,000,000† |
| Sweden (GLF)[41] | Gold | 4,000,000† |
|
‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f g Skelton, Eric; Setaro, Shawn; McKinney, Jessica. "Cover Story: The Making of Pop Smoke's 'Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon'". Complex. Archived from the original on January 5, 2021. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
- ^ a b c Schwartz, Danny (July 6, 2020). "Pop Smoke's Endless Summer Continues on 'Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon'". Rolling Stone. Archived from the original on January 5, 2021. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
- ^ Fu, Eddie (July 3, 2020). "Pop Smoke Flips A 50 Cent Classic On 'Got It On Me'". Genius. Archived from the original on January 6, 2021. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
- ^ a b c Findlay, Mitch (July 3, 2020). "Pop Smoke Flips 50 Cent's 'Many Men' On 'Got It On Me'". HotNewHipHop. Archived from the original on January 6, 2021. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
- ^ Brown, August (July 5, 2020). "Pop Smoke's posthumous album: A chart-topping debut and a frustrating farewell". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on January 5, 2021. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
- ^ a b c d "Credits / Shoot For The Stars Aim For The Moon / Pop Smoke". Tidal. Archived from the original on January 5, 2021. Retrieved December 30, 2020.
- ^ a b Crone, David. "Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon – Pop Smoke". AllMusic. Archived from the original on January 5, 2021. Retrieved October 2, 2020.
- ^ Okon, Wongo (July 7, 2020). "Pop Smoke's 'Shoot For The Stars, Aim For The Moon' Expands The Late Rapper's Mainstream Appeal". Uproxx. Archived from the original on January 5, 2021. Retrieved July 19, 2020.
- ^ Balram, Dhruva (July 3, 2020). "Pop Smoke – 'Shoot For The Stars, Aim For The Moon review: Brooklyn rapper's posthumous debut matches rising star's ambition". NME. Archived from the original on January 5, 2021. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
- ^ Gracie, Bianca (July 3, 2020). "Pop Smoke's Debut Album Solidifies His Legacy". Paper. Archived from the original on January 5, 2021. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
- ^ a b Amorosi, A.D. (July 2, 2020). "Pop Smoke's 'Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon': Album Review". Variety. Archived from the original on January 6, 2021. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
- ^ Amorosi, A.D. (July 16, 2020). "Review: Pop Smoke's No. 1 Album Proves He Was A Star Outside Of 50 Cent & Quavo's Help". HipHopDX. Archived from the original on January 6, 2021. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
- ^ Lyons-Burt, Charles (July 8, 2020). "Review: Pop Smoke's Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon Is a Half-Baked Epitaph". Slant Magazine. Archived from the original on January 5, 2021. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
- ^ Zellner, Xander (July 13, 2020). "All 19 Songs From Pop Smoke's New LP Chart on Billboard Hot 100". Billboard. Archived from the original on January 5, 2021. Retrieved July 19, 2020.
- ^ a b "Pop Smoke Chart History (Global 200)". Billboard. Retrieved February 23, 2021.
- ^ a b "Pop Smoke Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved August 25, 2020.
- ^ a b "Pop Smoke Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved August 18, 2020.
- ^ a b "Pop Smoke – Got It on Me". Singles Top 100. Retrieved October 7, 2020.
- ^ a b "Pop Smoke – Got It on Me". ARIA Top 50 Singles. Retrieved October 7, 2020.
- ^ a b "Pop Smoke – Got It on Me" (in French). Le classement de singles. Retrieved October 7, 2020.
- ^ "Pop Smoke – 'Got It On Me' [Video]". Hip Hop Vibe. July 3, 2020. Archived from the original on January 6, 2021. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
- ^ a b Sajonas, Felson (July 5, 2020). "Pop Smoke's 'Got It on Me' Track From Posthumous Album Gets Video Treatment". Hypebeast. Archived from the original on January 6, 2021. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
- ^ Legend (July 3, 2020). "Pop Smoke – Got It On Me". OnSmash. Archived from the original on January 6, 2021. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
- ^ "Pop Smoke – Got It on Me". Tracklisten. Retrieved January 5, 2021.
- ^ "Tónlistinn – Lög" [The Music – Songs] (in Icelandic). Plötutíðindi. Archived from the original on August 20, 2020. Retrieved July 5, 2021.
- ^ "Pop Smoke – Got It on Me" (in Dutch). Single Top 100. Retrieved January 5, 2021.
- ^ "Pop Smoke – Got It on Me". AFP Top 100 Singles. Retrieved January 5, 2021.
- ^ "Pop Smoke – Got It on Me". Swiss Singles Chart. Retrieved January 5, 2021.
- ^ "Pop Smoke Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved August 18, 2020.
- ^ "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – Year-End 2020". Billboard. Retrieved January 6, 2021.
- ^ "ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2021 Singles" (PDF). Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved April 25, 2021.
- ^ "Brazilian single certifications – Pop Smoke – Got It on Me" (in Portuguese). Pro-Música Brasil. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ "Danish single certifications – Pop Smoke – Got It on Me". IFPI Danmark. Retrieved July 20, 2024.
- ^ "French single certifications – Pop Smoke – Got It on Me" (in French). Syndicat National de l'Édition Phonographique. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
- ^ "Italian single certifications – Pop Smoke – Got It on Me" (in Italian). Federazione Industria Musicale Italiana. Retrieved July 17, 2024.
- ^ "OLiS - oficjalna lista wyróżnień" (in Polish). Polish Society of the Phonographic Industry. Retrieved July 17, 2024. Click "TYTUŁ" and enter Got It on Me in the search box.
- ^ "Portuguese single certifications – Pop Smoke – Got It on Me" (PDF) (in Portuguese). Associação Fonográfica Portuguesa. Retrieved May 23, 2022.
- ^ "British single certifications – Pop Smoke – Got It on Me". British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ "American single certifications – Pop Smoke – Got It on Me". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved June 24, 2021.
- ^ "IFPI Charts – Digital Singles Chart (International) – Εβδομάδα: 9/2021" (in Greek). IFPI Greece. Retrieved October 26, 2021.
- ^ "Sverigetopplistan – Pop Smoke" (in Swedish). Sverigetopplistan. Retrieved August 15, 2022.
Got It on Me
View on Grokipediafrom Grokipedia
Background
Recording and production
The beat for "Got It on Me" was produced by Young Devante in August 2018, who uploaded it to YouTube under the description of a "Meek Mill-type beat."[9] Pop Smoke discovered the instrumental online and recorded his vocals over it during early 2019 sessions in New York, as part of the initial material he was developing for what would become his debut album.[9] These recordings took place prior to his signing with a major label and well before his murder on February 19, 2020, in Los Angeles.[10] Executive producer Steven Victor, who had recently signed Pop Smoke to Republic Records and Victor Victor Worldwide, identified the track's hit potential during one of the rapper's earliest demo presentations and earmarked it for the project.[9] After Pop Smoke's death, Victor and the production team located and enhanced the original vocal files to ensure high quality, with final mixing handled by engineers including Jess Jackson.[9] The song, which interpolates the chorus from 50 Cent's 2003 single "Many Men (Wish Death)," was then included on Pop Smoke's posthumous debut album Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon, released on July 3, 2020.[3][9]Sampling and influences
"Got It on Me" prominently interpolates the chorus of 50 Cent's 2003 single "Many Men (Wish Death)" from the album Get Rich or Die Tryin', echoing its lyrical and melodic elements centered on survival amid threats of violence and the harsh realities of street life.[11] The interpolation, produced under 50 Cent's executive oversight for Pop Smoke's posthumous album, directly borrows lines like "Many men wish death on me" to underscore themes of paranoia, resilience, and bravado in the face of adversity, adapting them to Pop Smoke's deep, gravelly delivery.[12] This musical borrowing not only pays homage to 50 Cent as a mentor figure but also amplifies the song's exploration of vulnerability beneath a tough exterior, particularly poignant given Pop Smoke's own untimely death in a 2020 home invasion shooting, which casts the survival motifs in an ironic, posthumous light.[9] The track's sound is deeply rooted in Pop Smoke's signature Brooklyn drill style, which fuses the ominous, bass-heavy production of UK drill with the gritty lyricism and trap influences prevalent in New York hip-hop.[13] Collaborations with UK producers like 808Melo helped import drill's sliding 808 basslines and sparse, atmospheric synths from London scenes, while New York trap elements—such as booming hi-hats and melodic ad-libs—infuse a localized energy, creating a hybrid that propelled Brooklyn drill into the mainstream.[14] This blend positions "Got It on Me" as a key example of Pop Smoke's role in evolving drill beyond its Chicago origins, incorporating UK-derived menace with East Coast swagger.[15] Producer Young Devante crafted the beat in August 2018, drawing inspiration from dark, atmospheric trap-drill aesthetics akin to those in Meek Mill's Philadelphia sound, featuring slow tempos, haunting piano loops, and heavy percussion to evoke tension and introspection.[9] Uploaded to YouTube as a potential Meek Mill-type instrumental, the track's moody vibe aligned with drill's emphasis on foreboding atmospheres, which Devante tailored to support Pop Smoke's commanding presence after the rapper discovered and recorded over it early in his career.[16] The sample's integration into this framework enhances Pop Smoke's posthumous narrative, juxtaposing the bravado of armed readiness against an underlying fragility that mirrors his life's abrupt end, reinforcing drill's tradition of confronting mortality head-on.[17]Release and promotion
Release
"Got It on Me" was released on July 3, 2020, as part of Pop Smoke's posthumous debut studio album Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon.[18] The track served as the 17th song on the album, which was curated and completed by Pop Smoke's team following his passing.[19] The single was issued through Victor Victor Worldwide and Republic Records, labels that handled the distribution of Pop Smoke's posthumous material.[7] This release occurred five months after the rapper's death on February 19, 2020, in Los Angeles, California, as part of broader efforts by his estate and collaborators to realize and share his unfinished artistic vision.[20] The song has since been included in later compilations and deluxe editions of Pop Smoke's catalog, extending its availability across various formats.[21]Music video
The music video for "Got It on Me" was released on July 3, 2020, coinciding with the posthumous launch of Pop Smoke's debut studio album Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon, and uploaded to the rapper's official YouTube channel.[7][22] Rendered entirely in black-and-white, the visual employs archival footage captured in 2019, drawing from previously unseen clips of Pop Smoke in candid everyday moments, studio recording sessions, and live performance settings.[23][24] These sequences capture the rapper's energetic presence, including him surrounded by fans during shows, interacting with his crew amid lavish displays like luxury cars and private jets, and exuding a cheerful, party-oriented persona that underscores his vibrant life before his death on February 19, 2020.[23][25] As a posthumous production, the video incorporates no new footage, instead prioritizing authenticity through a nostalgic compilation that serves as an emotional tribute to Pop Smoke's legacy and unfiltered energy.[24][23] The montage-style editing blends street scenes, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and high-energy performances to evoke the rapper's dynamic impact on his audience and the hip-hop scene.[25]Music and lyrics
Musical style
"Got It on Me" exemplifies Brooklyn drill, a subgenre of hip-hop originating from New York City, infused with trap elements such as sliding hi-hats and 808 basslines. The song's dark, ominous atmosphere is achieved through its brooding production, which emphasizes menace and introspection, aligning with the stylistic hallmarks of drill music that prioritize gritty street narratives over melodic exuberance.[26][27][28] Key instrumentation includes eerie choir chants that open the track, evoking a haunting, almost ecclesiastical tone, paired with gothic church bells that punctuate the rhythm for added dramatic tension. These are layered over heavy, rumbling bass and minimalistic drum patterns—characterized by sparse snares and rapid hi-hat rolls—that drive the song's relentless energy without overwhelming the vocal focus. This sparse arrangement heightens the track's claustrophobic intensity, a signature of Brooklyn drill production.[29][26] The song operates at a tempo of 89 beats per minute. Composed in D minor, the key selection reinforces the underlying tension and emotional weight, with minor chord progressions amplifying the sense of foreboding.[9][30][31] Structurally, "Got It on Me" adheres to a verse-chorus format, beginning with an introductory hook before transitioning into verses delivered in Pop Smoke's signature deep, gravelly baritone. His performance is marked by frequent ad-libs and emphatic delivery, building over the interpolated chorus from 50 Cent's "Many Men (Wish Death)," which provides a melodic anchor amid the rhythmic propulsion. This setup creates a cyclical build-up, culminating in a beat drop that intensifies the track's climax.[2][26]Lyrical content
"Got It on Me" explores themes of survival in a perilous street environment, where Pop Smoke pleads for divine protection while asserting his readiness to defend himself against threats. The chorus directly interpolates the hook from 50 Cent's 2003 track "Many Men (Wish Death)," adapting lines like "Have mercy on me, have mercy on my soul / Don't let my heart turn cold" to reflect Pop Smoke's own experiences with violence and survival, emphasizing vulnerability amid constant danger.[2][3] This interpolation revisits 50 Cent's narrative of surviving multiple assassination attempts, recontextualized through Pop Smoke's Brooklyn drill lens to convey pleas against enemies who "wish death 'pon me."[2] The lyrics taunt rivals with bravado, highlighting unwavering confidence and loyalty to his crew, as seen in verses like "Look, it's Pop Smoke, niggas know me / Keep two fours like I'm Kobe / Is you ridin' or you hidin'? / If you slidin', then you owe me." Such lines underscore assertions of dominance and preparedness, with the recurring phrase "I got it on me" referring to carrying weapons, such as an automatic rifle, as a deterrent to potential attackers: "You can run up if you want to / I got it on me."[2][3] References to prayers against him and unyielding loyalty to his "woo" affiliates further illustrate a code of street solidarity amid betrayal risks.[2] Released posthumously on July 3, 2020, following Pop Smoke's murder in a February 2020 home invasion shooting, the song's focus on mortality and self-protection carries added ironic weight, transforming its bravado into a haunting prophecy of the rapper's untimely death.[3]Commercial performance
Charts
"Got It on Me" achieved moderate commercial success on various international charts following its release as part of Pop Smoke's posthumous album Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon. The track debuted on multiple Billboard charts in July 2020, benefiting from the album's strong initial performance. Its chart trajectory was supported by streaming activity and radio airplay, particularly in North America.[6]| Chart (2020) | Peak Position |
|---|---|
| Australia (ARIA) | 59 |
| Canada (Canadian Hot 100) | 14 |
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ) | 5 |
| UK Singles (OCC) | 34 |
| US Billboard Hot 100 | 31 |
| US Billboard Global 200 | 107 |
Certifications
"Got It on Me" has received certifications reflecting its commercial performance in select markets.| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States (RIAA) | Platinum | 1,000,000 ^ | June 23, 2021 |
Reception and legacy
Critical reception
Critics praised "Got It on Me" for its effective interpolation of 50 Cent's "Many Men (Wish Death)," which added layers of emotional depth to Pop Smoke's drill sound, transforming the track into a haunting reflection on survival and vulnerability.[32][26] NME described the song as part of the album's closing tracks that reflect on the future Pop Smoke never had, noting it as an expert closer that showcased his introspective side alongside "Tunnel Vision (Outro)."[33] Variety commended it as one of Pop Smoke's "future-forward clearest" moments, emphasizing its innovative blend of brooding intensity and replay value within the album's posthumous polish.[28] The track's emotional resonance was amplified by its context, with reviewers like those at The Atlantic pointing to Pop Smoke's vocal similarity to 50 Cent, which lent a chilling authenticity to themes of street peril recorded before his death.[34] Rolling Stone described the final 30 seconds—where the beat drops and Pop Smoke's bare voice revisits the "Many Men" hook—as particularly crushing, underscoring the song's raw bluesman quality.[26] Some critiques noted mixed aspects, with HipHopDX acknowledging the interpolation's chilling impact but questioning the overbearing 50 Cent influence, which risked overshadowing Pop Smoke's emerging identity through repeated stylistic nods.[32] Retrospectives from 2020 onward, including album analyses in 2021 tied to Pop Smoke's follow-up Faith, reinforced the song's acclaim for elevating drill's emotional stakes, though it was seen as emblematic of the posthumous project's reliance on familiar samples.[35] The album Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon, from which "Got It on Me" derives much of its reception, holds a Metacritic score of 70/100 based on 13 reviews, reflecting generally favorable but divided opinions on its innovation and cohesion, with the track often cited for its standout replay appeal.[36]Cultural impact
Following Pop Smoke's death in February 2020, "Got It on Me" emerged as a poignant posthumous tribute, its lyrics and interpolation of 50 Cent's "Many Men (Wish Death)"—which recounts surviving a shooting—resonating deeply with themes of vulnerability and street peril. The track's release on the album Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon amplified its emotional weight, turning it into a focal point for fan tributes that honored the rapper's unfulfilled potential and sparked broader conversations in the drill community about mortality and the genre's inherent risks.[17][34][37] The song contributed to the evolution of Brooklyn drill by demonstrating the effective use of interpolated samples from classic hip-hop tracks, blending 2000s gangster rap motifs with modern trap production to create a hybrid sound that influenced subsequent artists. Pop Smoke's approach, exemplified in "Got It on Me," helped mainstream Brooklyn drill globally, inspiring a new wave of performers like Ice Spice, who carried forward the genre's gritty, bass-heavy aesthetic into broader hip-hop circles, and Central Cee, whose UK drill fusions echoed the transatlantic exchanges Pop Smoke pioneered.[38][14][39] In media and fan culture, "Got It on Me" has sustained relevance through its inclusion in documentaries chronicling Pop Smoke's rise, such as The REAL Pop Smoke Story (2020), and ongoing playlist rotations that underscore his legacy. The phrase "got it on me"—referring to carrying a weapon—has gone viral on TikTok, fueling memes and trends that blend bravado with humor in streetwear and urban lifestyle content, often as a nod to drill's defiant ethos. By November 2025, the track had accumulated over 572 million streams on Spotify, affirming its role in perpetuating Brooklyn drill's mainstream endurance.[40][41][42]Credits and personnel
- Pop Smoke – vocals, writer[2]
- Young Devante – producer, programming, writer[2][43]
- 50 Cent – writer[2]
- Darrell Branch – writer[2]
- Luis Resto – writer[2]
- Freddie Perren – writer[2]
- Keni St. Lewis – writer[2]
Technical
- Recording engineers – Dom Martin, Ky Miller, Yung Ave[43]
- Assistant recording engineer – Pierre Rogue[43]
- Mixing engineer – Jess Jackson[43]
- Assistant mixing engineers – Rose Adams, Sage Skolfield, Sean Solymar[43]