Anthem: Dmx - Ruff Ryders'

Known for its iconic hook ("Stop, drop, shut 'em down, open up shop"), the song explores themes of street survival, loyalty, and the grit of Yonkers, NY. Musical Structure DMX - Ruff Ryders' Anthem (Official Music Video) - Facebook

The song reached #93 on the Billboard Hot 100 initially but saw a massive resurgence following DMX's death in 2021, peaking at #16. DMX - Ruff Ryders' Anthem

This was one of the first major hits for producer Swizz Beatz , who reportedly created the beat in just a few minutes using an Ensoniq ASR-10. Known for its iconic hook ("Stop, drop, shut