The things, that's on my mind It's the things, that's on my mind Two of the city’s most successful, influential and introspective sons together at last … In my mind this is the quintessential New York rap song. When I be sliding by, in my city (in my city) [1] In Bangalore, Chopra visited several clubs with DJ Nash to promote "In My City". I blow dro, as the dirt covers the coffin up [17] She gave a negative review of the production, and panned Chopra's "auto-tuned" vocals. Z-Ro - In My City Lyrics. When I be sliding by, in my city (in my city) Pop Smoke – Paranoia (Instrumental) (Prod. “The City Is Mine” is the third single from rapper Jay-Z’s sophomore album, In My Lifetime, Vol. BMG B's down moves, tree tops and windows The impeccable notes and pitch makes one wonder if it's really Priyanka." 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RedOne also produced the track with producer Rush, and worked on the instrumentation and programming. It ain't no slowing down my hustle, with the block dried out [27] On 26 October 2012, Chopra promoted "In My City" by DJing in four clubs in the National Capital Region, including Hard Rock Cafe and Buzz in Delhi, and Striker and Seven Degrees in Gurgaon. [11] The day after the NFL launch, the song was released on CD single as well as for digital download in India. (Missing Lyrics), Get That (Skit) The song explodes after a point in its massiveness and stays in the head. That's the reason why when we be chilling, my pistol still up in my palm [Hook: Z-Ro] She said, "I am so overwhelmed! Life is so fucking hard, Jesus will it ever soften up [25] Chopra also said that 33 different looks were designed for the commercial based on the teams. Popular Song Lyrics. [Hook: Z-Ro] From the bottom to the top, from the top back to the bottom I bet you wanna know what's on my mind, when I be sliding by Credits are adapted from the liner notes of the CD single. Slow mo', when on the block 4's glide so gangsta When I be sliding by, in my city (in my city) Mujumdar wrote that will.I.am's rapping "does little to relieve the monotony; indeed, it manages to increase it, because of how predictable his exhortations are",[17] and that apart fulfilling a desire for "the sort of over-produced music that typically fills up a fast-food chain store", the song is indistinguishable "from the large body of repetitive, unoriginal dance-pop". [6], "In My City" was released in India 12 hours before its US NFL launch because Chopra wanted her fans in India to hear it before the American release. The things, that's on my mind [Verse 3: Trae Tha Truth] "[7] The song pays homage to her nomadic childhood and her journey from being a small-town girl to being a successful actor. "In My City" is the debut single by Indian recording artist and actress Priyanka Chopra, featuring American rapper will.i.am. Giant robots have invaded, and they want one thing: to set the city ablaze with their best verses. A press release said that "Priyanka has always been very clear that India would hear her music first. Chopra liked the song and decided to proceed with the recording. [30] The video, directed by Joseph Kahn, was released on 29 January 2013.[31]. [20][22], Chopra expressed her amazement at the single's success in India. [Verse 2: Lil Boss Hogg] I get most of my product, from Eses to Jamaicans When I be sliding by, in my city (in my city) "In My City" received mixed reviews from music critics; some complimented Chopra's vocals, while some criticised the generic sound of the song. ", "India's Priyanka Chopra rocks Thursday night football — Video", "Priyanka Chopra's debut album 'In My City', a hit across the country", "Bollywood's Priyanka Chopra as pioneering pop act in U.S.", "Priyanka Chopra's new dance track: 'I can't make you love me", "Bubbling Under: Wonder Girls Ride K-pop Wave", "Priyanka Chopra amazed with 'In My City' response", "Priyanka Chopra Releases Debut U.S. This means the world to me. The scene is abandoned, when the first shot is fired and landed [7] Perdy Mohindru from The Times of India described the lyrics as simple and beautiful, and complemented Chopra's accent and voice. [Hook: Z-Ro] Creeping on cowards cocked up in a Coupe, getting my sag on They all get it, and join her in dancing the song. Cause if I done passed it, it's forward march tired of living in the past So all plans have been worked out to ensure that. With four 12's in my trunk, that'll bump like a beetle Under the seat is the desert eagle, for you and your people And I don't trust nobody, that's why I act like I don't know you fools Five deuce and six zones, six treys and six fo's I'mma bleed every section, until the block bleed out Niggas is hating my G's, keep skating my plates stay scraping The things, that's on my mind The things, that's on my mind I ain't gotta explain shit, you niggas better get the fuck on [2][36], "Bollywood beauty Priyanka Chopra promotes her debut single In My City", "Priyanka Chopra's singing debut releases", "Priyanka Chopra first single inspired by her life", "Priyanka Chopra, the new rockstar in town", "Priyanka Chopra to release debut song for Indian fans first", "Priyanka Chopra rocks her press conference", "Live Webcast of Priyanka Chopra's debut music single In My City", "Priyanka Chopra's First Single to Debut on NFL's 'Thursday Night Kickoff, "Priyanka Chopra releases single 'In my City', trends to number one position on Twitter", "Priyanka Chopra makes international music debut", "Priyanka Chopra single released: 'The beginning of my musical journey, "Priyanka Chopra's 'In My City' hits iTunes today! 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