The track works by layering DMX’s isolated vocal tracks over the instrumental of "Call Me Maybe". Despite the radical difference in genre, the two songs share compatible tempos and rhythmic structures, allowing DMX’s barking delivery to sync perfectly with Jepsen’s upbeat, orchestral-pop backing.
: It became a popular custom track for the VR rhythm game Beat Saber , where players noted its high energy and challenging rhythm. The track works by layering DMX’s isolated vocal
Originally gaining traction around 2016, the mashup saw multiple waves of popularity: Originally gaining traction around 2016, the mashup saw
The track is widely available on various platforms through different re-uploads and fan playlists: : The definitive version by oneboredjeu. " light. Cultural Impact and Resurgence
"X Gon Give It To Ya Maybe" is a viral mashup created by the artist oneboredjeu that fuses the aggressive energy of DMX ’s 2003 anthem "" with the sugary pop sensibilities of Carly Rae Jepsen’s 2011 hit " Call Me Maybe " . It has become a cult classic in the mashup community for its surprisingly seamless execution and the jarring yet hilarious contrast between its two sources. Musical Synergy
: Featured in community-curated playlists like illduce90's mashup collection .
: Critics and fans on platforms like Reddit's r/Music have praised the "surprisingly clean vocals" and the way it forces listeners to hear both songs in a new, albeit "weird," light. Cultural Impact and Resurgence