He questions why former "day-ones" have become distant and bitter. He references a time of deep personal loss—the death of his Uncle Ronnie —noting that the person he is addressing was there for him then, which many fans believe points directly to Proof .
Addressing the rift head-on, Proof reflects on how the group's dynamic changed once they moved from Detroit's underground scene to the global stage. Music Video Breakdown D12 - How Come
"How Come" was a commercial success, eventually being certified by the RIAA. It marked a turning point for the group, showing they could handle heavy, emotional themes just as well as their more aggressive tracks like "Fight Music". He questions why former "day-ones" have become distant
The video opens with rare home footage of a young Eminem, Proof, and Bizarre performing at an underground show, contrasting their humble beginnings with their current strained reality. Legacy and Impact Music Video Breakdown "How Come" was a commercial
The visuals emphasize the envy some members felt toward Eminem's meteoric rise, while Eminem counters that his success didn't change his loyalty to them.
It depicts the members arguing and fighting within the Shady Records studio.