The track was primarily produced by Dr. Dre, with co-production by .
The song’s hook—"I started this gangsta shit, and this the motherfuckin' thanks I get?"—is an iconic rhetorical question addressing the trio's pioneering role in the gangsta rap genre. The track was primarily produced by Dr
Each rapper delivers aggressive verses reaffirming their dominance and longevity in the industry. Dre’s verse features short, punchy bars that some
The song features backing vocals from Traci Nelson and bass by Mike Elizondo. Lyrical Content Dre’s verse features short
Dr. Dre’s verse features short, punchy bars that some fans and critics attribute to the writing style of Eminem , who was a frequent collaborator and ghostwriter for Dre during that era. Music Video and Legacy
The single peaked at number 50 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and number 18 on the Rap Airplay charts.