Born-N-Raised
| Company type | Single |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | June 6, 2006 |
| Founder | DJ Khaled |
| Products | Song |
Born-N-Raised serves as the third single from DJ Khaled's inaugural album, Listennn... the Album, with production handled by The Runners. The song features performances by Pitbull, Trick Daddy, and Rick Ross, and was officially released on June 6, 2006. Additionally, this track is included on Pitbull's sophomore album, El Mariel.
Reception
According to HipHopDX, "Born-N-Raised" stands out as a catchy anthem that maintains the raw essence of the album's overall sound. PopMatters praised the song for highlighting Miami's prominent artists Trick Daddy, Pitbull, and Rick Ross as commanding presences, particularly noting Rick Ross's impressive closing verse. RapReviews commended the unique blend of organ and funk elements in The Runners’ production. The Miami-themed anthem was recognized by XXL for raising the album above average quality, while Stylus Magazine underscored DJ Khaled’s powerful representation of Miami through this star-studded collaboration.
Music video
The music video, directed by Gil Green, runs for 4 minutes and 19 seconds and features appearances from actor Steven Bauer, baseball player Jose Canseco, rapper Fat Joe, and Miami Heat athlete Udonis Haslem.
Charts
Template:Single chart| Chart (2006–2007) | Highest position |
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Track listing
- "Born-N-Raised" – 4:19
Release history
| Region | Date | Format | Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | September 24, 2006 | Digital Download | Koch |