It also incorporates samples from Kool & The Gang’s "Jungle Boogie," Audio Two’s "Top Billin’," and the Dragnet Theme .
Originally, Luniz intended to rap the hook themselves, but Tone Capone insisted on adding Marshall’s melodic vocals to give it a "perfect" crossover appeal. Commercial Success and Charts I Got 5 On It
The song's title and central hook—performed by R&B singer —refer to the social ritual of pooling money to buy a "dime bag" ($10 worth) of marijuana. To "get 5 on it" means to contribute five dollars toward the shared purchase. The lyrics humorously critique friends who are "cheap" or hog the joint despite only chipping in small amounts. Production and Iconic Samples It also incorporates samples from Kool & The
The melody is a slowed-down replay of Club Nouveau’s 1987 hit " Why You Treat Me So Bad ". To "get 5 on it" means to contribute
"I Got 5 On It" was an international smash hit, achieving the following peaks: