17. Hate | Me Now

"Hate Me Now" is most prominently recognized as the 17th track on Bleacher Report ’s list of top pregame pump-up songs. It is a 1999 hip-hop anthem by featuring Puff Daddy (now Diddy), serving as a defiant declaration against critics and jealousy. Song Overview Artist: Nas featuring Puff Daddy (Diddy). Album: I Am... (1999).

Those who criticize hip-hop culture or wish to see successful Black artists fail. 17. Hate Me Now

Puff Daddy, a devout Catholic, initially agreed to the scene but later requested its removal. An unedited version accidentally aired on MTV's Total Request Live . "Hate Me Now" is most prominently recognized as

Following the broadcast, Puff Daddy and his bodyguards allegedly assaulted Nas's manager, Steve Stoute , with a champagne bottle. This led to a $500,000 out-of-court settlement. Cultural Legacy Album: I Am