Recorded and mixed by Dragan "Chach" Cacinovic at Powerhouse Studios in Yonkers. Lyrical Content & Critical Reception
Watch the official music video for this 2004 classic to see Jadakiss and Nate Dogg in action:
"Time's Up" achieved significant success on the Billboard charts and helped propel its parent album, Kiss of Death , to a #1 debut on the Billboard 200. Peaked at #70 . Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs: Peaked at #26 . Certification: The single was later certified Gold . Jadakiss - Times Up ft. Nate Dogg
"Fuck riding the beat, nigga, I parallel park on the track."
The song explores Jadakiss's journey through the music industry and his arrival as a powerhouse MC. One specific bar on the track gained legendary status: Recorded and mixed by Dragan "Chach" Cacinovic at
The track is widely recognized for its "West Coast" influenced sound, largely due to the combination of Nate Dogg's melodic hook and signature production. Producer: Scott Storch.
Critics lauded the song as a "perfect example" of Jadakiss's ability to balance high-caliber lyricism with commercial appeal. Fans often cite the seamless blend of Jadakiss's gritty bars with Nate Dogg's smooth, effortless vocals as a highlight of the era. Chart Performance & Legacy Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs: Peaked at #26
Jason Phillips (Jadakiss), Nathaniel Hale (Nate Dogg), and Scott Storch.