In a hip-hop world constantly changing, Mike Jones holds firm with his iconic phone number from ‘Still Tippin’ after 20 years.
- The rapper recently joined LaRussell on stage, and fans had a chance to chant the unforgettable number.
- Despite time’s passage, the digits remain the same, fueling nostalgia and connection for fans.
- A sample dispute with NLE Choppa brought Jones back into the spotlight, reminding us of his timeless influence.
- The conflict over sampling rights only seemed to reignite interest and remind fans why they loved the original tune.
Who would’ve thought that a phone number from a 2004 rap song could become so iconic? Well, that’s exactly what happened with Mike Jones’ digits from ‘Still Tippin’. He’s still holding onto those numbers, and they’re still a hit among fans.
Recently, Jones made an appearance in Vallejo, California, where he performed alongside LaRussell. The crowd chanted the famous ‘281-330-8004’, proving that even after two decades, the number strikes a chord. LaRussell and Mike had the audience repeating the phone number as if no time had passed. Mike added a spontaneous touch, freestyling: ‘And I still got that number today/20 years in this bitch, LaRussell, I don’t play!’
‘Still Tippin’, released in November 2004, was more than just a song; it was a phenomenon. Part of Jones’ debut album, it got the rapper into the limelight alongside other Houston legends like Paul Wall and Slim Thug. Certified platinum, it’s ingrained in hip-hop history.
Fast forward to 2023, the Texas rapper found himself in a bit of a scuffle with Memphis artist NLE Choppa over sampling rights. Choppa, eager to win over his fans, sampled ‘Still Tippin’ in his ‘Cmon Freestyle’. However, Jones claimed the young star didn’t have permission. As statements flew back and forth online, Choppa stood firm, arguing the track was legally cleared.
The drama continued with the ‘Cmon Freestyle’ performance yanked from YouTube due to a copyright claim by Warner Chappell. Meanwhile, Mike posted defiantly, showing a screenshot of the takedown. Plus, he shared an email highlighting unresolved issues over the song’s sample clearance.
Despite the tussle, NLE Choppa stayed undeterred, promoting the track as better than the original. Mike responded coolly, implying that the numbers would reveal whose tune hit harder. It seems this feud only fanned the flames of interest surrounding ‘Still Tippin’, showing that some beats just never fade away.
Mike Jones proves that even after 20 years in hip-hop, some numbers never go out of style.
