Kanye recorded his verse just 10 minutes after talking to Jeezy, shortly after the passing of his mother, Donda West.
The version takes this "ghetto symphony" to a new level, emphasizing the deep, chest-thumping frequencies Drumma Boy designed to mimic a racing heartbeat. The Story Behind the Collaboration Young Jeezy - Put On (Ft. Kanye West) (Bass Boosted)
Jeezy on Kanye West's classic verse on the hit track "Put on" ... - TikTok Kanye recorded his verse just 10 minutes after
The feature was effectively a "payback" for Jeezy allowing Kanye to keep his ad-libs on the hit "Can't Tell Me Nothing". - TikTok The feature was effectively a "payback"
The track is famous not just for its sound, but for the rare vulnerability in Kanye West’s contribution.
"Put On" by Young Jeezy featuring Kanye West is a landmark hip-hop anthem from Jeezy's 2008 album, The Recession . Originally produced by , the track’s signature booming bass and synth-heavy production served as a rallying cry during the 2008 economic downturn, solidifying Jeezy’s status as a voice for the streets.
Rapped over the phone to Jeezy before being recorded, Kanye’s verse introduced a heavy use of Auto-Tune and explored themes of isolation and the emptiness of fame. Musical Impact & Bass Culture