IDK – “Welcome” (Feat. Eminem & Prod. J Dilla)
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Detroit's underground rap scene in the 90s produced both Eminem and J Dilla, who never collaborated until now. Dilla had worked with Proof, Em's mentor and D12 member. Together with Proof, they formed the Funky Cowboys. Eminem never rapped on a Dilla beat until today, two decades after Dilla's death. The catalyst for their collaboration is Maryland rapper IDK.
IDK has gained the support of music legends and released a concept album featuring Eminem, Pusha T, Black Thought, RZA, MF DOOM, and DMX. IDK also appeared with Peter Gabriel on Everything Is Recorded's Beyond The Brilliant Haze. His new collaboration, Welcome, features Eminem's production left behind by Dilla. Though Eminem only provides the hook, the track showcases his ability to adapt his meter to Dilla's signature drag.
IDK compliments the track, expressing gratitude for the opportunity and its significance to hip-hop. The video for Welcome was filmed in Detroit, and a documentary clip of IDK and Eminem in the studio is also available. Welcome is now available on Shady/Interscope.
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