THIS DAY IN HIP-HOP...ICE CUBE - PUSHIN' WEIGHT

On this day in Hip-Hop history, Ice Cube released the hit single "Pushin' Weight."

On this day in 1998, Ice Cube released the hit single "Pushin' Weight" on Priority.  The single was self-produced by Cube and by N.O. Joe.  The cut featured Ice Cube's protege Mr. Short Khop.

​"Pushin' Weight" peaked at #1 on the Rap chart.  It was certified gold. 

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Also on this day...

2004 - Ja Rule released the single "New York," on The Inc.

2005 - Jay Z and Nas squashed their longstanding beef at a concert in New Jersey.

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