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With the release of God Forgives, I Don't, Rick Ross continues to deepen his catalog of work. His discography now boasts five studio albums and multiple mixtapes, but the Miami rapper's most extensive work has come with his guest features. Rozay's baritone vocals have appeared on over 200 songs since his entrance into the game back in 2000, when he appeared on Erick Sermon's “Ain't Shit to Discuss.”
From his Slip-N-Slide days to the reign of Maybach Music, Ross has spit verses for everyone from Three 6 Mafia to Erykah Badu. We gathered every single guest appearance the Teflon Done has ever done and put them in one place. Here is The Complete History of Rick Ross Guest Features.
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Erick Sermon's "Ain't Shit to Discuss" (2000)
Album: Erick Onasis
Label: DreamWorks
Producer: Mo-Suave' House Productions
Picture Rick Ross before MMG, before he became the bawse, and before the "UGHN." It's hard to imagine now, but this was Rozay back in 2000 when he went by Teflon Da Don in his guest verse for "Ain't Shit to Discuss." The bass in his voice wasn't there yet, but the hunger definitely was.
Trick Daddy's "Get That Feeling" (2002)
Album: Thug Holiday
Label: Slip-N-Slide/Atlantic
Producer: Majid "Chi" Hasan & Sean "Face" Foote
Ross had that unmistakable confidence with woman from very early in his career. Forget that the song is technically Trick Daddy's, because Ross was the daddy here.
Trick Daddy's "Bout Mine" (2002)
Album: Thug Holiday
Label: Slip-N-Slide/Atlantic
Producer: Gorilla Tek
Ross, Trick Daddy, Money Mark, and Deuce Poppi were all rapping about women and guns, but it's The Boss' delivery that puts his at a higher plateau. While Daddy and the others stayed monotonous for the most part, the Boss rapped with a fire that made him standout. It's the reason why his career outgrew the other three rappers on this track.
Trick Daddy's "Let Me Ride" (2002)
Album: Thug Holiday
Label: Slip-N-Slide/Atlantic
Producer: Cool & Dre
It's clear that Ross was a reliable artist for Slip-N-Slide records judging from his guest spots like "Let Me Ride." His persona wasn't fully-formed yet, but you see fragments of it in this verse.
Trina's "Told Y'all" (2002)
Album: Diamond Princess
Label: Slip-N-Slide Records
Producer: Cool & Dre
Sure Rick Ross didn't step out into the spotlight when he dropped his guest verse for "Told Ya'll." But in 2002, the flow was quick and the coke game was a violent one: "Attack to blow I'm aimin at your neck and throat/Now naked hoes givin neck for dope."
Boyz N Da Hood's "Bitches & Bizness" (2005)
Album: Boyz N Da Hood
Label: Bad Boy/Block Entertainment
Producer: Nitti
Back in '05, Ross, to no ones surprise, was rapping about moving weight and riding around town in a Chevy
Trina's "I Gotta" (2005)
Album: Glamorest Life
Label: Slip-N-Slide/Atlantic Records
Producer: Briss
Rozay and Trina take turns telling the haters just what they have in store for them.
Game's "One Blood" (Remix) (2006)
Album: Aftermath/Geffen/Interscope
Label: Doctor's Advocate
Producer: Reefa
With almost 20 rappers contributing to this epic, 11 minute remix, Ross boasts about keeping that white stuff hidden in his office. RUH!
Nelly Furtado's "Promiscuous (Remix)" (2006)
Album: Loose
Label: Geffen
Producer: Timbaland/Danja
Ricky Rozay jumped on the remix of Nelly Furtado's massive hit and talks dirty to his woman. "For the Boss/No panties/She's ready for the port of Miami."
DJ Khaled's "Watch Out" (2006)
Album: Listennn...The Album
Label: Terror Squad/Koch
Producer: Cool & Dre
Teaming up with Akon, Fat Joe and Styles P for this DJ Khaled hosted track, Ross talked that money game, letting us all know he wants a "million dollar watch that can call a helicopter." Don't we all.
Too Short's "Money Maker" (2006)
Album: Blow The Whistle
Label: Jive
Producer: Lil Jon
Crunk was the mainstream wave in the mid-00s, so it'd make sense that Ross - being that he's from the south, Crunk's birthplace - hop on at least one jam. Here's the bawse snappin' on 2006's "Money Maker."
Birdman & Lil' Wayne's "Know What I'm Doin'" (2006)
Album: Like Father, Like Son
Label: Cash Money/Universal
Producer: Like Father, Like Son
Ross linked up with the two brains behind what would become YMCMB and boasted that he had "the whole Dirty South in line buying mine." Drugs, that is.
Dre's "Chevy Ridin' High" (2006)
Album: The Trunk
Label: Zomba
Producer: Cool & Dre
Usually stationed behind the boards, Dre grabbed the mic for "Chevy Ridin' High" and brought Rozay along with him. The two took turns explaining just what makes them love their whips so much.
Daz Dillenger's "On Some Real Shit" (2006)
Album: So So Gangsta
Label: So So Def/Virgin
Producer: Jermaine Dupri/LRoc
People have sold crack in some odd places, but Rozay states that he was selling crack off his roof on "On Some Real Shit."
DJ Khaled's "Born-N-Raised" (2006)
Album: Listennn...The Album
Label: Terror Squad/Koch
Producer: The Runners
Helping out on yet another DJ Khaled hosted cut, Ross stunts hard, announcing "You think your bitch bad?/Boy I got 20 alike."
DJ Khaled's "Holla At Me" (2006)
Album: Listennn...The Album
Label: Terror Squad/Koch
Producer: Cool & Dre
Ross spits a crazy flow on this DJ Khaled anthem, with lines like "Known for the Benzes/Chrome on the Bentleys/Smoking on the mint leaves/Dade County big cheese."
Birdman's "100 Million" (2007)
Album: 5 * Stunna
Label: Cash Money
Producer: Cool & Dre
Maybach's and getting high are the subject of Rozay's quick verse on this Birdman single.
DJ Khaled's "I'm So Hood" (2007)
Album: We The Best
Label: Terror Squad/Koch
Producer: The Runners
On one of Khaled's biggest hits to date, Ross went straight viscous, threatening to run up on his haters with a mask.
DJ Khaled's "We Takin' Over" (2007)
Album: We The Best
Label: Terror Squad/Koch
Producer: Danja
Another Khaled Jam, another Ross verse. "Please no fitted/Fuck it/I'm too pretty." Guess that explains why Rozay is rarely seen without the top of his head showing.
Ice Water Inc.'s "I'm a Boss" (2007)
Album: Icewater: Polluted Water
Label: Babygrande
Producer: EZ Elpee
With Raekwon holding down the other verse of this song, Ross paid homage to The Chef throughout his verse.
DJ Drama's "Feds Takin' Pictures" (2007)
Album: Gangsta Grillz: The Album
Label: Grand Hustle/Atlantic
Producer: Dame Grease
DJ Drama is the host for this anthem, with Rozay explaining in his verse how he makes sure his money looks "clean."
UGK's "Cocaine" (2007)
Album: Underground Kingz
Label: Jive
Producer: N.O. Joe/The BlackOut Movement/Pimp C
On the appropriately titled "Cocaine," Ross tells the customer than he can bring the drugs to them or have them come pick up the drugs, but either way they better be ready to spend a cool million.
David Banner's "The Dirty South" (2007)
Album: N/A
Label: Universal
Producer:
Ross speeds up his flow to a pace we aren't used to hearing from the methodical emcee on this track bringing MCs from the deep South together.
Yung Joc's "Brand New" (2007)
Album: Hustlenomics
Label: Bad Boy South/Block Entertainment/Atlantic
Producer: Dee Jay Dana
Over a smooth, laid back beat, Ross talks up his women, saying "Where I reside, hoe/You're considered a side hoe." Sorry ladies.
DJ Khaled's "Bitch I'm From Dade County" (2007)
Album: We The Best
Label: Terror Squad/Koch
Producer: Diaz Brothers
Ross represents his county alongside fellow natives Trick Daddy, Trina and others.
DJ Khaled's "Brown Paper Bag" (2007)
Album: We The Best
Label: Terror Squad/Koch
Producer: Cool & Dre/Jim Jonsin
Boasting about getting pulled over with $20,000 in the trunk, Ross steals the show with his verse for this DJ Khaled track.
DJ Khaled's "Intro (We the Best)" (2007)
Album: We The Best
Label: Terror Squad/Koch
Producer: DJ Khaled
Rozay helps DJ Khaled introduce his sophomore album, asking "Do I still hustle?/Yes/I'm Ricky Ross!"
Boyz N Da Hood's "Paper" (2007)
Album: Back Up in da Chevy
Label: Bad Boy/Block Entertainment
Producer: Drumma Boy/J. Frazier Jr.
Ross uses "Paper" as an ode to his haters, claiming that "Fake niggas be talking/Real niggas get paper."
Chingy's "Roll On 'Em" (2007)
Album: Hate It or Love It
Label: Slot-A-Lot Records/Disturbing that Peace/Def Jam
Producer: Cool & Dre
"Getting head in old schools/Having sex in the 6." That's how you roll on 'em, Rozay.
Cuntry Boi's "I'm a Boss" (2007)
Album: N/A
Label: Step Your Game Up
Producer:
We all know Rozay is a boss. But he wanted to tell us himself on this cut with Cuntry Boi. "Ross" and "boss" just rhyme so well.
Lil' Flips "I Get Money" (2007)
Album: I Need Mine
Label: Clover G/Asylum/Warner Bros.
Producer: The Symphony
The Teflon Don teamed up with Lil' Flip to share with all us civilians just what they do with all that money they get.
Busta Rhymes' "Arab Money (Remix Part 2)" (2008)
Album: Back on my B.S.
Label: Flipmode/Universal Motown
Producer: Busta Rhymes/Ron Brownz
On the second remix of Busta's hit, Ross somehow finds time to rap about money, cars and women despite the short length of his verse.
DJ Pharris' "Stop" (2008)
Album: Hood Music
Label: Burnin Hot/Street Ready/Lightyear/Caroli
Producer: Cool & Dre
"I'm leaning on grey juice/It's better than Grey Goose," Ross spits on this track for the Chicago based DJ Pharris. Not sure what grey juice is, but it's working for Ross.
DJ Khaled's "Kick in the Door" (2008)
Album: M.I. Yayo
Label: We the Best/Terror Squad,
Producer:
"I know I'm addicted to taking pictures in Benzes," Ross raps here. Seems like an OK addiction to us.
DJ Khaled's "Foolish (Remix)" (2008)
Album: Units in the City
Label: D4L Records/Asylum
Producer: DJ Montay/Born Immaculate
Ross speaks about his album, Trilla, being no. 1. He would have many more of those to come.
DJ Khaled's "Blood Money" (2008)
Album: We Global
Label: We The Best/Terror Squad/Koch
Producer: Isaac Opus
DJ Khaled and Rick Ross' seemed like a match made in heaven because of their love of money of all kinds. This one revolves around arguably Ross' favorite kind: Blood Money.
DJ Khaled's "Bullet" (2008)
Album: We Global
Label: We The Best/Terror Squad/Koch
Producer: The Nasty Beatmakers
Ross pens an ode to Jamaican women and weed for this track off of DJ Khaled's We Global.
DJ Khaled's "Go Ahead" (2008)
Album: We Global
Label: We The Best/Terror Squad/Koch
Producer: The Runners
Rozay gets creative with his verse here, spitting "I'm married to the game on a prenuptial basis." Looks like the game has been a good spouse to him so far.
Redd Eyezz's "Dope Boys Dream" (2008)
Album: N/A
Label: SBR
Producer:
Over a silky smooth, piano heavy beat, Ross speaks on the difference between his past and present with lines like "Tattoos to camouflage the street scars." He's come a long way.
Razah's "King of the World" (2008)
Album: N/A
Label: Just Us Music Group
Producer: The Heatmakers
Ross shows a bit of his softer side here, letting his girl known she's his "investment," and that he wants to spend all the money in the world on her.
Ludacris' "Southern Gangsta" (2008)
Album: Theater of the Mind
Label: Disturbing tha Peace/Def Jam
Producer: StreetRunner
"I got 20 cars/Why exaggerate/It cost me five grand just to fill the gas tanks." Might be time to find a more environment friendly car, Mr. Ross.
Young Jeezy's "Straight Out the Rarri" (2008)
Album: Still Trappin'
Label: N/A
Producer: Double Threat
Jeezy and Ross take turns speaking about their love of the drug game, and the material things it brings them.
Flo Rida's "Money Right" (2008)
Album: Mail on Sunday
Label: Atlantic/Poe Boy
Producer: Jean "J Rock" Borges/Javon "4 Mill" Thomas
Joining up with fellow Floridian Flo Rida, Ross swings by to deliver a verse full of punch lines like "Bitch I'm a genius/I get brain everyday."
Fuego's "Hustlin' Time" (2008)
Album: Chosen Few, Vol. 3: The Movie
Label: Chosen Few Emeralds Entertainment
Producer: Boi-1da
Ross adds a little Spanish flair to his verse here after Fuego dropped much of his in his native tongue.
Nina Sky's "Curtain Call" (2008)
Album: N/A
Label: Polo Grounds/J Records
Producer: Big Bert/EST
Rozay lends his baritone vocals to this R&B track from Nina Sky, serenading the ladies as he says "She in a good mood/But that chick looking mean."
Tay Dizm's "Beam Me Up" (2008)
Album: N/A
Label: Nappy Boy Entertainment
Producer: Bangladesh
Ross' stunt game is in full effect on this track, bragging about the money in his pockets and the whips in his name.
Bun B's "You're Everything" (2008)
Album: Ill Trill
Label: Unsigned
Producer: Mr. Lee
Ross drops an RIP to Pimp C, and talks about keeping his money long so his kids won't have to struggle on this anthem from Bun B.
DJ Khaled's "Out Here Grindin'" (2008)
Album: We Global
Label: We The Best/Terror Squad
Producer: The Runners
Yet another Khaled banger that features Rozay. While this wasn't one of the most star studded casts it certainly was one of the hardest.
Ace Hood's "Cash Flow" (2008)
Album: Gutter
Label: We The Best/Def Jam/IDJMG
Producer: The Runners
Even with his rising fame and growing bank account, Ross claimed he was "still in the dope spot."
Freeway's "Lights Get Low" (2008)
Album: Free At Last
Label: N/A
Producer: Cool & Dre
Working Freeway's name cleverly into his rhyme, Ross claims "Me and Free hit every freeway around the globe."
Nelly's "U Ain't Him" (2008)
Album: Brass Knuckles
Label: Derrty ENT/Universal Motown
Producer: Wyshmaster
The Teflon Don gives all those he deems "not trill" a lesson on how to keep it trill, for future reference.
Sean Garrett's "6 in the Morning (Remix)" (2008)
Album: Turbo 919
Label: Bet I Penned It/Interscope
Producer: Sean Garrett
On this dance track from Sean Garrett, Ross boasted about making a movie in the backseat of his car like "Ray and Kim."
Smitty's "Died in Ya Arms (Remix)" (2008)
Album: Life of a Troubled Child
Label: Close Range/Blackground/Interscope
Producer: Scott Storch/Felli Fel
"My 22s huge/I'm smooth as Hugh Hef," Ross rhymes.
Natasia Pena's "Activate" (2008)
Album: Activate
Label: N/A
Producer: May 47
Not the typical track you think Ross would jump on, but his voice fits nicely over this dance hall style track from Natasia Pena, as Ross states he got "rich from blow."
Danity Kane's "Ecstasy" (2008)
Album: Welcome to the Doll House
Label: Bad Boy/Atlantic
Producer: The Runners
Ross jumped on this track from Danity Kane and serenaded his shorty about all the places he could take her.
152. Mariah Carey's "Touch My Body (Remix)" (2008)
Album: E=MC2
Label: Island
Producer: Mariah Carey/The-Dream/Tricky Stewart
On this remix to Mariah Carey's smash hit, Ross states "To ride with a boss/Yeah she's got to be a queen."
Flo Rida's "In the Ayer (Remix)" (2008)
Album: Mail on Sunday
Label: Poe Boy/Atlantic
Producer: will.i.am
"In The Ayer" was the song that put Flo Rida on the map and on his march to the master of pop rap club songs. His friend Ricky Ross hopped on the remix to his first hit and laid down some bars.
Webbie's "A Miracle" (2008)
Album: Savage Life 2
Label: Trill/Asylum
Producer: Mouse
Here we find Ross talking about riding around in his whip, getting high and selling drugs. Thought you weren't supposed to get high on your own supply?
Trina's "Single Again (Remix)" (2008)
Album: Still da Baddest
Label: Slip-n-Slide/DP Entertainment/EMI
Producer: Timbaland/The Royal Court/Jean "J Rock" Borges
Trina was joyously singing about being single again, and Ross jumped on the remix to let the world know he had just rid himself of his baby momma.
Cash Crop's "You See da Boss" (2008)
Album: Larger Than Life
Label: N/A
Producer:
Sometimes, you've just got the let the doubters know that you are still sitting on 22s. And that's just what Ross did here.
Grind Mode's "I'm So High" (2008)
Album: I Will Grind
Label: GrindMode/Dade Town/Universal Republic
Producer: Guerilla Tek/Mclezie.com
Ross takes his verse to clubs, observing that he's so high that just one pill has made it seem like he's flying. Come back down to Earth, Rozay!
Diego's "Put 'Em On the Line" (2008)
Album: N/A
Label: N/A
Producer:
Ross lets us know he has a white on white Phantom, but he keeps the Maybach jet black. It's only right.
Charlie Hustle's "Get It" (2008)
Album: N/A
Label: N/A
Producer: The Runners
Running after the money is an every day hustle, as Ross lets us know on this track from Charlie Hustle. "And I'm still speeding/Caught up in this paper chase."
Ball Greezy's "Shone (Remix)" (2008)
Album: Untitled
Label: Iconz Music
Producer: Gorilla Tek
Ricky's seduction game is on point on this laid back track with Ballgreezy, as he brings his lady back to the crib and gets a lap dance. Sounds like quite the night.
Rome's "I'm Rollin'" (2008)
Album: Welcome to Rome
Label: N/A
Producer: Rome
How can you not love a line like this? "Call me Rozay the dragon/I just puff and don't pass it."
142. Vic Damone's "Go Hard" (2008)
Album: T.O.S. Talk Of Southside
Label: Universal
Producer: JFK
The hook goes "Talking big money, talking big cars/talking big jewels cause we go hard." Ross is a sage at these three subjects, so why not have him on the track.
Bloodsport's "Put Ya Paper On It" (2008)
Album: Pray for the Best Prepare for the Worst
Label: Starr Blazz Records
Producer: The Runners
Philly and Miami link up for another club-ready cut. The region doesn't matter to Ross; he's versatile enough to make a street smash for anywhere.
Rob G's "For the Hood (Remix)" (2008)
Album: The Inauguration
Label: Latium/Universal Republic
Producer: Beanz & Kornbread
Rob G was a Houston drug dealer who was trying to come out the trap by making trap music. It's always a good look to have Rick Ross on your debut album, especially when he's laying lines like "I'm DiCaprio nigga, you niggas Departed." Haven't heard much from Rob G outside this single though.
Jennifer Hudson's "Spotlight (Remix)" (2008)
Album: Jennifer Hudson
Label: Arista
Producer: Stargate & Ne-Yo
"Spotlight" was already a hit for the American Idol songstress, but it just needed a touch of Boss for it to be perfected. Rozay speeds up his flow a little to match the lush beat, but his wooing ability is just as effective as his slower-timed verses. Ironically, he almost steals the spotlight from Hudson.
Trina's "Hot Commodity" (2008)
Album: Still Da Baddest
Label: Slip-N-Slide Records
Producer: Gorilla Tek
On the track's hook, Trina says she needs "Six figures from a nigga." So enter Ross: "Six figures I give ya just to ride with me/Why fly coach? Baby girl, ride with me." The Boss has no problem filling such requirements.
Bizzy Bone's "Hoodtails" (2008)
Album: Ruthless
Label: Siccness
Producer: Dave Moss
The road to fame isn't a pretty one. Here Ross lays down some of his darkest lines in his career: "I abide by the rules, what I gotta buy/Can't let it by, too many niggas gotta die/Once you got one in the head, 19 in the side/So keep these shoes tied, it might be a homicide." It's grisly, but you have to praise the attention to detail.
Flo Rida's "Birthday" (2008)
Album: N/A
Label: Poe Boy/Atlantic
Producer: The Runners
It seems like every day is your birthday when you're Rick Ross, which is why he fits in so well with the subject matter of this song. There's no doubt Rozay gets his cake, which is why he's worth an estimated $25 million.
D. Wood's "On My Side (Remix)" (2009)
Album: Lady In The Street
Label: Woodgrane Entertainment
Producer: Soundz
First of all, Ross says that he has to be "totally honest" right before he starts his verse. That's when you know when he's about to break it down, and he does. Ricky Rozay: The Lady Killer.
Gucci Mane's "All About the Money" (2009)
Album: The State vs. Radric Davis
Label: Warner Bros.
Producer: Drumma Boy
Here we have a man that just can't get away from the law with another that lives above it. Ross and Gucci Mane link up to trade another set of tales about their successes in the coke game, affinity for women, and their love of guns. Ross doesn't waste time with euphemisms either, as he starts his verse with "All about my money, nigga, run with my monopoly/Money my philosophy, cocaine on my property." Not exactly a little known fact.
133. Shawty Lo's "911" (2009)
Album: Mr 2610
Label: D4L
Producer: Pauli Paul
It may seem a bit odd for Ricky Rozay to show up on a Shawty Lo (of "Laffy Taffy" fame) track; Ross doesn't do too much dancing. But when Lyfe Jennings asks how many brothers want to ride with him, Ross is right on board. And as per usual, The Boss rides dirty.
Black Dada's "Imma Zoe" (2009)
Album: Imma Zoe
Label: Strictly Business/Universal Republic
Producer: Amp Man Production
On Black Dada's "Imma Zoe" Ross exposes a secret that none of us knew: "At getting money I'm a pro." Really? Hadn't heard anything like that before.
Mon E.G.'s "Chevy Anthem (Remix)" (2009)
Album: Welcome to Killa City
Label: Black Diamon/Poe Boy
Producer:
Ricky Rozay is usually boasting about his Maybachs or Lambos or Bentley, but on the remix to Mon E.G's track its all about the Chevy's.
K. Michelle's "You Should Have Killed Me" (2009)
Album: What's the 901?
Label: Jive/RCA
Producer: Cool & Dre
Rick Ross is a big get for K. Michelle but she is the real star on this track as her lyrics and voice make this one notable.
DJ Drama's "I'm Fresh" (2009)
Album: Gansta Grillz: The Album Vol. 2
Label: Grand Hustle/Atlantic
Producer: V12 The Hitman
For this cut off Gangsta Grillz: The Album Vol. 2 Mike Jones, Rick Ross, and Trick Daddy talk about, well, how fresh they are. Bet you didn't see that one coming.
Flo Rida's "Yayo" (2009)
Album: N/A
Label: Poe Boy/Atlantic
Producer: Tony Kelly & DeadBeat
We know and love tolerate Flo Rida for his poppy club hits but on this track Flo Rida gathers up a group of MC's to talk about you know what.
Teairri Marie's "Cause a Scene (Remix)" (2009)
Album: Don't Make Me Cause A Scene
Label: N/A
Producer: The Runners
On her mixtape's title track, Teairra Mari nabs Rick Ross and Flo Rida for a song that is made for the club.
The Game's "Dope Boys (Remix)" (2009)
Album: LAX
Label: Geffen
Producer: 1500 or Nothin'
Ross decided to drop a verse over Game's "Dope Boys" and Rozay sounded right at home talking his shit over the 1500 or Nothin' beat.
Ace Boon Coon's "Fruity" (2009)
Album: N/A
Label: N/A
Producer: N/A
You probably haven't heard of Ace Boon Coon, and we can't really blame you. On his 2009 track, he tapped Ross and Young Dro to get fruity with him. Sheesh
J. Holiday "Wrong Lover" (2009)
Album: Round 2
Label: Capitol Recordos
Producer: The Platinum Brothers &Travis Cherry
Have a little bit of buyers remorse concerning your current man? If so, then boy to J. Holiday and Rick Ross have the song for you. The two men go on about girls who made the wrong choice but eventually coming around to choosing one of them.
Masspike Miles' "Get it Together" (2009)
Album: The Pursuit of Happiness
Label: N/A
Producer: Da Track Dealer
Boston singer Masspike Miles grabbed Rick Ross for his 2009 song about getting their money and sticking it to their haters. Ross claims "Hoes, cars, clotes/that's all I know." C'mon Ricky, give yourself more credit than that.
Mack 10's "So Sharp" (2009)
Album: Soft White
Label: Hoo-Banging/Fontana
Producer: Jazze Pha & Don Vito
In 2009 Mack 10, formerly of Westside Connection, released Soft White and grabbed Wayne and Ross for the single. The video shows the three MC's at a beach party and it looks pretty damn fun.
Ace Hood's "Champion" (2009)
Album: Ruthless
Label: We The Best/Def Jam
Producer: The Runners
This victorious track has Ace Hood and Rick Ross talking about how they came up and where they came from. While it's a little cliche, this one still is uplifting.
Glasses Malone's "Sun Come Up" (2009)
Album: Beach Cruiser
Label: Hoo-Banging/Cash Money/Universal
Producer: Bigg D
Rick Ross finally became a legitimate star when Deeper Than Rap came out in 2009 - an achievement almost a decade in the making. So when Rozay was spitting about the topped off Phantoms and the jets, it felt like lines of triumph rather than straight braggadocio.
Gorilla Zoe's "What It Is" (2009)
Album: Don't Feed da Animals
Label: Bad Boy South/Atlantic
Producer: Zaytoven
Gorilla Zoe and Rick Ross come together for a pretty dope collaboration on Gorilla Zoe's Don't Feed da Animals album which made it up to number eight on the Billboard 200. Unfortunately, Rozay sets a pretty bad example for the youth when he claims to "Never wear a rubber." For shame, Rick Ross.
Jamie Foxx's "Living Better Now" (2010)
Album: Best Night of My Life
Label: J
Producer: Eric Hudson & Benny Blanco
Living better now, Coogi sweaters now! While Jamie Foxx and Rick Ross' effort is not as good as the song it samples Jamie and Rozay put forth a solid effort. Not 100% on the relationship between Pakistan and Evel Knievel though.
Richgirl's "Swagger Right" (2010)
Album: N/A
Label: Richcraft/Jive
Producer: Dre & Vidal
At one point Richgirl seemed like the next big girl group but they never even released an album. One of their supposed singles featured Fab and Rick Ross and even though it never ended up on an album it's pretty good.
Kanye West's "Monster" (2010)
Album: My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
Label: Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam
Producer: Kanye West & Mike Dean
Rick Ross' presence on "Monster" is often forgotten because two legend's have verses and Nicki Minaj dropped probably the best verse she has or ever will write. Although he drops a short four bars, his part is important to the over all mood of the song.
DJ Khaled's "Fed Up" (2010)
Album: Victory
Label: We The Best/Terror Squad/E1
Producer: The Runners
"Fed Up" was the first single off of DJ Khaled's Victory album and featured Usher, Young Jeezy, Rick Ross, Drake and Lil Wayne. The all star cast yielded a pretty run of the mill and forgettable Khaled single but the video is 100% worth watching because it features Khaled running away from people, which as per usual, is hilarious.
DJ Khaled's "All I Do Is Win" (2010)
Album: Victory
Label: We The Best/Terror Squad/E1
Producer: DJ Nasty & LVM
"All I Do Is Win" was one of the biggest records of 2010 and for good reason. The four artists featured on their track are among the four most hated on in hip-hop, but if you put all their haters in a room there's no doubt their hands would go up...and stay there. There's no way not too.
DJ Khaled's "Put Your Hands Up" (2010)
Album: Victory
Label: We The Best/Terror Squad/E1
Producer: Schife & OhZee
For the third single off of his Victory album, guess who Khaled got? If you guessed anyone other than Rick Ross you haven't been paying attention. Rozay jumped on the track with Jeezy, Plies and Schife and made a song that sounds like a lot of other DJ Khaled songs.
T-Pain's "Rap Song" (2010)
Album: Revolver
Label: Nappy Boy/Kovict/RCA
Producer: Young Frye
On T-Pain's "Rap Song," he lets us know his favorite hip top tracks to get down too while Ross let's his girls in on a little secret: "You know that champagne'll get your boy to first base."
Marques Houston's "Pullin' On Her Hair" (2010)
Album: Mattress Music
Label: Capitol Recordos
Producer: Eric Cire, Marques Houston, Chris Stokes
"Pullin On Her Hair" is not what you would call a master piece. Marques Houston is autotuned to the point where you can't make out some of his lyrics and Rozay has delivered better verses in his sleep.
DJ Kay Slay's "Blockstars (Remix) (2010)
Album: More Than Just a DJ
Label: E1/Streetsweepers
Producer: Street Radio
It's appropriate the Ross shows up as a guest on a DJ Kay Slay track, because he slays the beat with this fiery verse.
Young Dro's "Freeze Me (Remix)" (2010)
Album: Equestrian Dro
Label: Grand Hustle/Atlantic
Producer: Beat Billionaire
Ross doesn't need to put too much effort in his flow over this type of beat. But the good thing about him rapping with long breaks in between his lines is that he drops some gems every now and then. Like when he says "We're stunting hard, fuck you niggas in the parking lot." Not the most poetic, but effective.
Slim Thug's "How We Do It" (2010)
Album: Tha Thug Show
Label: Boss Hogg Outlawz/E1 Music
Producer: Lex Luger
Murderous and destructive, Rozay's verse is one for the boys in the trap. It's just reckless to let him spit over another signature Lex Luger beat when he's in this mode
Three 6 Mafia's "Dollar Sign" (2010)
Album: Heaven In Hell
Label: Hypnotize Minds/Sony/Columbia
Producer: Lil Lody
In 2005, Three 6 Mafia told us they had to "Stay Fly," and five years later they were doing it with Ricky Rozay. They kept it fresh for the South in this banging collaboration.
Gucci Mane's "Gucci Time (Remix)" (2010)
Album: N/A
Label: Warner Bros./Asylum Records
Producer: Swizz Beatz
What will rapping over a Justice sample do to you? It'll have you spitting stuff like "I'm a boss, so my safe got a bathroom" and "I'm in Atlanta in my beach hat, on the street where Martin gave the speech at." It'll have a boss going H.A.M.
Jah Cure's "Like I See It" (2010)
Album: N/A
Label: SoBe Entertainment
Producer: James Beard
Drug Kingpins inspire Rick Ross. Heck, the name "Rick Ross" comes from the infamous drug trafficker, "Freeway" Rick Ross. Here, he shouts out Jamican drug kingpin Dudus in another one of his boastful verses.
Big Boi's "Tangerine (Remix)" (2010)
Album: N/A
Label: Def Jam Recordings
Producer: Terrence "Knightheet" Culbreath*
It's hard to beat Big Boi's lines about "throat action," but Rozay - being the big-bellied lover that he is - goes hard in the remix to this seductive cut. We don't know what exactly Pocahontas was doing on his Yokohama or what exactly is fish grease, but at least it sounds good.
Chrissette Michele's "So In Love" (2010)
Album: Let Freedom Reign
Label: Island Def Jam
Producer: Chuck Harmony
The one thing that one has to take away from this verse is that Rozay will wine and dine the shit out of his woman. Plus, he's a great kisser apparently ("I'm kissing shorty in the rain but I'm making her wetter"). This one's a keeper.
Roccett's "Grindin' All Night" (2010)
Album: American's Nightmare
Label: Get Your Green Up Ent.
Producer: Cool & Dre
Everybody can say they grind all night, but few actually do. However, when Rick Ross says it with such voracity and conviction on this hook, there's no doubt that he really is about that life. His verse ain't nothing to sleep on either.
Petey Pablo's "Down Here" (2010)
Album: N/A
Label: Afficial Villianz/CMG
Producer:
Ross digs into his southern roots with this tour de force of trillness by Mr. "Freek-A-Leek." It's probably going to be a while if we ever see this sort of collaboration again with MMG and Young Money rolling, and Petey Pablo serving time for gun-related charges.
Akon's "Give it to 'Em" (2010)
Album: N/A
Label: Konvict Muzik
Producer: The Runners
Akon makes an open call for his brothers to get on the grind with him, and huslin' expert Ricky Rozay happily obliges. Grinding is one of the Big Boss' hobbies.
Slim Thug's "Suicide Dows" (2010)
Album: Hard In Tha Paint
Label: Boss Hogg Outlawz
Producer:
If you heard any Rick Ross song on this list, you know that the dude loves to talk about his dirty money. But here he sounds outright narcissistic over this grimey Southern beat. But then again, the self-indulgence is part of what makes Ross so entertaining.
Rocko's "Maybe (Remix)" (2010)
Album: Self Made
Label: Island Urban/Def Jam
Producer: Gutta Beatz
For the remix of Rocko's 2010 single "Maybe", Rick Ross, Soulja Boy and Gucci Mane come together to ponder why their respective girls like them so much. Spoiler alert, a lot of it has to do with their wealth, cars, and jewelry.
Mack Maine's "All in One Swipe" (2010)
Album: This Is Just a Mixtape
Label: N/A
Producer: Khao
The president of Young Money decided it was time for a single of his own and grabbed Ross, Birdman and Young Cho for the song. Breaking news, according to this verse Rick Ross is wealthy and has many nice cars and watches.
Drake's "Find Your Love" (2010)
Album: Thank Me Later
Label: YMCMB/Universal
Producer: Kanye West, Jeff Bhasker, & No ID
Rozay decided to hop on Drake's "Find Your Love" and announced his two demands, "Free pussy, free Weezy." Simple enough.
Erykah Badu's "Window Seat" (2010)
Album: New Amerykah Part Two (Return of the Ankh)
Label: Universal Motown
Producer: Erykah Badu & James Poyser
Erykah Badu's song "Window Seat" is probably more famous for it's controversial video, in which Badu publicly strips naked on the streets of Dallas en route to the place where JFK was assassinated, than the actual song. Ross remixed the song with Badu but it probably won't outshine the controversy stirred up by the video.
Trae tha Truth's "I Am the Streets" (2010)
Album: Street King
Label: ABN Ent.
Producer: CyFyre
Ross jumps on Trae the Truth's song with Lloyd and Game and the four gentleman create a pretty dope track. Ross also introduces his odd way of keeping time: "was whippin it in the kitchen before Hillary became a Clinton." His exact verse would later show up on another Ross collabo, Game's "Now That I'm Paid."
Rihanna's "Rude Boy (Remix)" (2010)
Album: Rated R
Label: Def Jam
Producer: Stargate & Rob Swire
Rick Ross was one of many rappers in 2010 who decided to drop a verse or two on Rihanna's smash "Rude Boy." Whether this was done out of admiration for the song or the artist herself might be the real question.
Kanye West's "Devil in a New Dress" (2010)
Album: My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
Label: Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam
Producer: Bink! & Mike Dean
Out shinning Kanye on his own song is damn near impossible. Jay did it on "Diamonds" remix but that's Jay. That short list might have grown by one after Rick Ross' verse on "Devil in a New Dress". Already a great song, Rozay's powerful voice and rhymes slice through the airy beat like a knife through butter. Unleashing one of his best verses ever, Ross completely takes over the final two minutes of the song and makes the track his own. God damn impressive, kudos to the Bawse.
Consequence's "The More I Get" (2010)
Album: Movies On Demand
Label: N/A
Producer: Statik Selektah
We're used to hearing Consequence on tracks with Kanye West but him and Rozay work pretty well together too. The two MC's go in on a dope Statik Selektah beat for this smooth track from Con's 2010 mixtape Movies On Demand.
Trae tha Truth's "Inkredible (Remix)" (2010)
Album: Street King
Label: ABN Ent.
Producer: Mr. Inkredible
For Trae's "Inkredible", Ross put in double duty and appeared on both the original with Trae and Lil Wayne and the remix with Trae and Jada. On the OG, Ross let's us know plain and simple: "My dick a boss."
Jay'Ton's "Whitney & Bobby" (2010)
Album: Got It By Tha Ton
Label: ABN Ent.
Producer:
Jay'Ton, younger brother of fellow Ross collaborator Trae the Truth, grabbed Ross, his brother, and Young Buck for his song "Whitney and Bobby." Rozay starts off his verse by telling us who's getting on his nerves: "Fuck my old lady, fuck my baby mama, fuck you too." Damn, what'd we do?
Jalil Lopez's "America's Most Wanted" (2010)
Album: The Mixtape
Label: Flipstar Records
Producer:
While it's impressive that relative unknown Jalil scored Ross and Khaled for a song, the end product is underwhelming. While Rozay adds a decent verse and Khaled adds decent screaming, don't beat yourself up if you haven't heard this Rozay feature.
Wacka Flocka Flame's "Oh Let's Do It (Remix)" (2010)
Album: Flockavelli
Label: 1017 Bricksquad/Asylum Records/Warner Bros.
Producer: L-Don Beatz
"O Let's Do It" is the song that turned Waka into one of the biggest acts in rap music. The banger deserved a banging remix so Flocka got his homies Diddy, Ross, and Gucci for the track. Ross talks about things that only he can, like copping a new Rolls Royce but still telling his girl he's not paying for her friends to eat at Red Lobster. Bawse.
Diddy-Dirty Money's "Angels (remix)" (2010)
Album: Last Train to Paris
Label: Bad Boy
Producer: Mario Winans
Diddy-Dirty Money's "Angels" is a bit of a weird song. Over a beat sampling Jay-Z's "Where I'm From", Ross lays down two incredibly dope verses that's more than enough to make this song. But then, seemingly outta nowhere, Diddy comes through with a bizzare and heavily autotuned hook. This one would have been better if Diddy stuck to Diddy Bopping and making paper.
Diddy-Dirty Money's "Your Love (Remix)" (2010)
Album: Last Train to Paris
Label: Bad Boy
Producer: Polow da Don
Ross' remix of Diddy-Dirty Money's "Your Love" starts out a little shaky and odd, but as the beat kicks in Rozay finds his comfort zone. "Blew a milli in a club, next day we made five." There's the Boss we know and love!
Diddy-Dirty Money's "Hello Good Morning" (2010)
Album: Last Train to Paris
Label: Bad Boy
Producer: Danja
Man did a lot on this album. For his one of his three collaborations with Diddy-Dirty Money, Ross hoped on the remix of their single "Hello, Good Morning" with Nicki Minaj. Ross' lyrical content is pretty standard on this one but his flow is outta control.
T-Pain's "Beat Build" (2010)
Album: Freaknik: The Musical Soundtrack
Label: Nappy Boy/Jive Records
Producer: Tha Bizness
"Beat Build" comes from the musical produced by T-Pain that aired on Adult Swim in 2010. It is exactly as ridiculous as that breif description made it sound but its also pretty damn hilarious. It features a ton of rappers, Ross being one of them, who are not lend their voice to the project but also their verses.
Miguel's "All I Want is You" (2010)
Album: All I Want is You
Label: Bystorm/Jive
Producer: Salaam Remi
Miguel and J. Cole's "All I Want is You" was burning hot in 2010 so Rozay put his verse on the remix and did his thing. Ross' flow glides over the beat perfectly and the cleverness compliments the song nicely. Good work Ross.
Chris Brown's "Deuces (Remix)" (2010)
Album: N/A
Label: N/A
Producer: Kevin McCall
The official "Dueces" remix had seemingly every big rapper in the biz on it. Among dope verses from the likes of Kanye and Three Stacks, Rozay decided to keep it short and sweet and dropped a little wisdom at the end of his verse: "How can u love me baby, first you gotta love yourself." Real talk, Rozay.
Yo Gotti's "Teenage Numbers" (2010)
Album: Arm & Hammer Gotti 2
Label: N/A
Producer: Cool & Dre
Financially backing a drug operation? That's just what Ross and Yo Gotti do.
Red Cafe's "Faded" (2011)
Album: Above the Cloudz
Label: N/A
Producer: Boi-1da
On this Boi-1da produced track, Ross instructs his peers on how to act in the presence of a Don. "Be cautious but calm." Duly noted.
Jay Rock's "Hood Gone Love It (Remix)" (2011)
Album: Follow Me Home
Label: TDE/Strange Music
Producer: J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League
Teaming up with Jay Rock and J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League, Ross flaunts his wealth, stating that he's "Blowing fog in the Taj Mahal/I'm so large." That's a boss move.
Jason Derulo's "Make It Up As We Go" (2011)
Album: Future History
Label: Beluga Heights/Warner Bros.
Producer: The Fliptones
Jason Derulo and and Ross state that since they are "the ones with the dough," that they can just do whatever the hell they want when they head out on the town.
Drake's "Free Spirit" (2011)
Album: N/A
Label: YMCMB/Universal Motown
Producer: 40
"Tat my name on you so I know it's real" Rozay announces at the onset of this smooth track with Drake, as the two rap about their passion for the opposite sex.
Wale's "Best Night Ever" (2011)
Album: Ambition
Label: Board Administration/MMG/Warner Bros.
Producer: Beat Billonaire
Rozay oozes about his magical effect on women, stating "Baby told me that she never memorized a verse/Until the day I put 100K inside her purse."
Wale's "Tats on my Arms" (2011)
Album: Ambition
Label: Board Administration/MMG/Warner Bros.
Producer: Southside
Ross helped out Wale on the hook here, dropping a few of his signature grunts while he spoke about the tattoos that line his arms.
Nas' "It's a Tower Heist" (2011)
Album: Tower Heist Soundtrack
Label: Ill Will/Def Jam
Producer: Salaam Remi
What usually comes out of a robbery? Money, and lots of it. Ross envisions getting his John Dillinger on, then kicking back with a bag of that green stuff to celebrate the heist.
Qwote's "I Want You" (2011)
Album: Love Her Lips
Label: Slip-n-Slide Records
Producer: Cash Hits
Make no mistake. When Rick Ross something, he gets it. He's not going waste a pickup line to get a beauty when he could just shower her with a trip to the Cali beach, a party at the Malibu, and bags o' money.
Erick Sermon's "Ain't Me" (2011)
Album: Breath of Fresh Air
Label: Def Squad The Label
Producer: Erick Sermon
Erick Sermon samples this beat from the hip-hop classic, Paid in Full, and Rick Ross is one rapper who knows plenty about getting paid.
70. Swizz Beatz's "Reebok Back" (2011)
Album: N/A
Label: N/A
Producer: Mike Will
When Swizz Beatz became a sneaker designer at Reebok he started an all out assault of publicity. Leading the way in Swizzy's push was a switch up of "Tupac Back", now called "Reebok Back", in which Swizz, Ross and Meek were decked out in Reebok gear and rapped about their love for their 'Boks. The whole thing seemed a little forced and was just too much too fast. Although it did boost Reebok's standing, its doubtful that Swizzy will jump over the Jumpman, or Nike, or Adidas anytime soon.
Rocko's "Just In Case" (2011)
Album: N/A
Label: N/A
Producer: Lex Luger
In this collaboration between Rocko, of "Umma Do Me" fame, and Rozay the two MC's preach the benefits of all ways having a back up plan. For a lot of us, that means carrying around a phone charger in case our phone dies and for them its more like having a "pocket full hundreds just in case" they wanna shop. Six of one and a half dozen of the other, really.
Stalley's "Lincoln Way Nights (Remix)" (2011)
Album: Lincoln Way Nights: Intelligent Trunk Music (Remastered)
Label: MMG/Warner Bros.
Producer: Rashad Thomas
Before Stalley officially signed to MMG, he dropped Lincoln Way Nights, the mixtape that made Rick Ross really take notice. It was only right that Ross would return the favor and jump on the remix to one of the best tracks off the project when Stalley dropped the remastered version of the mixtape.
Styles P's "Harsh" (2011)
Album: Master of Ceremonies
Label: D-Block/E-1 Music
Producer: Phonix Beats
While the real star on Styles P's most recent single is Busta Rhymes and his energy, Rozay adds a solid verse and a big name. The Boss brags about how his style is infectious and we can't help but agree.
Big Sean's "100 Keys" (2011)
Album: Finally Famous
Label: G.O.O.D Music/Def Jam
Producer: WrighTrax
If you have ever pondered the similarities between Barry Manilow and Rick Ross then "100 Keys" is for you. The bonus track off of Finally Famous features verses from Ross, Pusha, and Sean and The Bawse elaborates on how him and the 70s crooner are not so different after all.
Game's "Heavy Artillery" (2011)
Album: The R.E.D Album
Label: DGC/Interscope
Producer: StreetRunner
Rick Ross, Game, and Beanie Segal get real grizzly on "Heavy Artillery" off of The R.E.D Album. This track is all armored maybachs, guns, and criminal charges. Rozay didn't mention if any of his stuff was police issue but you gotta believe he snagged a little something from his days as an officer.
Meek Mill's "Don't Panic" (2011)
Album: Dreamchasers
Label: N/A
Producer: Lil Lody
"Don't Panic" is truly the gift that keeps on giving. Not only are we able to listen to the song time and time again but the song's accompanying video has given us a Rick Ross gif for the ages. And for those thing, we wish to say thank you to Meek, Ross, and even Yo Gotti.
63. Meek Mill's "Work" (2011)
Album: Dreamchasers
Label: N/A
Producer: Lex Luger
Ross' work on this song really only consists of a few adlibs and his trademark grunts. Even though he didn't add a lot, Meek was still able to churn out a classic Lex Luger song.
Meek Mill's "Body Count" (2011)
Album: Dreamchasers
Label: N/A
Producer: South Side
Rick Ross did his artsist Meek Mill a favor by appearinr on four songs on his debut mixtape Dreamchasers. On "Body Count", Rozay chips in a hook and lets Meek talk his shit about his life in the drug game. Not sure Ross' body count is in the double digits but we'll let that one slide.
Ludcaris' "Do Sumthin Strange" (2011)
Album: Back to the First Time Mixtape
Label: N/A
Producer: Drumma Boi
Ludacris and Rozay hook up to talk about what they expect from the ladies who they are currently spotting. It's only fair that is Luda is paying your bills he expects a lil something something in return, right? Ross is also kind enough to let us in on how he goes about courting his girls. "She super sexy so I treat her to my Wingstop." We know you onwn the palce, but you couldn't bring her somewhere nicer? Friendly's maybe? How bout some Fuddruckers?
Ace Hood's "Body 2 Body (Remix)" (2011)
Album: Blood, Sweat & Tears.
Label: We The Best/Def Jam
Producer: J.U.S.T.I.C.E League
Ace Hood's "Body 2 Body" was one of the more popular hip-hop records of 2011 and the accompanying remix did not dissapoint. Ross, who is joined by Wale and DJ Khaled, raps about spoiling his new boo. It seems like the usually playerific Ross has had a change of heart, as he raps "Emergency room, she was there for me/Right back on my feet, I swear I'd never leave" and talks about giving her Bentleys and pocket cash. That's very sweet Rick, but say it with us, "we want prenup."
Ace Hood's "Realest Livin'" (2011)
Album: The Statement 2
Label: Cash Money/Universal Republic
Producer: The Renegades
Here Rozay spits "Call it killers, they're lurking I see them in the cut/Remember as soon as I point a finger, you’re getting touched." God Forgives, I Don't isn't just an album title.
58. Meek Mill's "I'ma Boss (Remix)" (2011)
Album: Dreamchasers
Label: N/A
Producer: Jahil Beats
One of the biggest bangers of 2011, period. "I'ma Boss" was pure, raw, infectious energy and whenever anyone hears horns at the beginning of the song they know its about to go down. It could be in the club, at a bar mitzah, old folks home, IT DOESN'T MATTER. While a lot of that can be contributed to Meek, Ross' middle verse was undeniably hard and had bloggers everywhere running for the hills.
Birdman & Mack Maine's "Money to Make" (2011)
Album: Billionaire Minds
Label: YMCMB/Universal
Producer: Big Chuck
Ross gets trill with Cash Money as he breaks down his criteria for hustling. Get your notepad ready.
Drake's "Lord Knows" (2011)
Album: Take Care
Label: YMCMB/Universal
Producer: Just Blaze
Doesn't it seem like Ross steps up his game for songs with respected artists that he knows are gonna be epic? Just like how he elevated his skills on songs like "Free Mason" or "Devil in a New Dress" Ross absolutely murders "Lord Knows" and is a big reason why it was one of the best songs of 2011. Yes Drake spazzed and this is one of Just Blaze's dopest beats ever (which is saying a lot) but this song wouldn't be complete without Rozay. Not sure what it is but more verses like this wouldn't hurt.
55. Wil Hart's "Here For You" (2011)
Album: Fonic Zone (2011 Re-release)
Label: Predatore Records
Producer: Wil Hart
In one of 2011's surprises, Ross teams up with Wil Hart (of The Delfonics) with a noticeably dated verse. Always interesting to hear The Boss without the bass in his voice.
Lil Wayne's "She Will (Remix)" (2011)
Album: Carter IV
Label: YMCMB/Universal
Producer: T-Minus
The version of Lil Wayne and Drake's "She Will" that went platinum and rose to number one on the charts was not the original version. In fact, the original version had a third verse from none other than Ricky Ross that was taken off for unknown reasons. After the songs succes, this version was released to the public as a remix. Not quite sure why Ross' verse ended up on the cutting room floor cause this is quite a good one from Rozay.
Juvenile's "Power" (2011)
Album: Rejuvenation
Label: Young Empire
Producer: Manine Fresh
Ross the Boss loves Power, so why not feature him in a song called "Power." On one hand you have a rapper who was once running the game, while on the other is an artist who has his competition playing catch up (because he's definitely not running). A Cash Money reunion and a smooth Ross verse is always a win.
Red Cafe's "Fly Together" (2011)
Album: Shakedown
Label: Konvict Musik/Bad Boy/Interscope
Producer: Ryan Leslie
Who said Ricky Rozay didn't have a heart? In one of his more charitable moments, he tells his woman to quit her job since he'll be the one taking care of her from now on. If The Boss said "My life a runway, and it's time to fly," why argue?
Monica's "Anything (To Find You)" (2011)
Album: New Life
Label: J Records
Producer: Missy Elliott
There's not much harm in a buzz single featuring Rick Ross. "Anything (To Find You)" blatantly samples the classic "Who Shot Ya?", and Rozay, fairly enough, borrows Biggie's rhyme scheme. As a result, we have a new commandment: "Thou shall not fuck with Rozay pockets." Noted.
Sean Garrett's "In Da Box" (2011)
Album: Courtesy Of
Label: Columbia
Producer: Sean Garrett
Rozay know the basics of the love game, and he showcases that knowledge in Sean Garret's nasty single. Ross explains that he keeps his women outfitted with the finest brands, but only gives them just enough so that they keep coming back ("Might blow a hundred racks fuck a 200 thou/Put you on your feet to barely just to roll around"). Boss ethics ought to be a course.
Ray J's "Bananaz" (2011)
Album: Raydiation 2
Label: Knockout/Universal
Producer: Rico Love
It may be a surprise to many that Ray-J has done something other than be a fool these last couple years, but in 2011 he released "Bananas" featuring Rick Ross. The song is a whole lotta Ray J, which is a tough pill to swallow, but Ross comes through in the end with a short and sweet verse. But hey, Ray J's got seven Rolls Royce's and an indoor and outdoor pool right?
Wale's "Ambition" (2011)
Album: Ambition
Label: MMG/Warner Bros.
Producer: T-Minus
The stars of Maybach Music aligned for one of the best tracks off of Wale's Ambition album. All the MCs get real deep on the track, but no one rivals Ross on this one. Reflecting on his original dreams, his tough childhood, and his decision to get into the dope game Ross talks about the ambition that got him to where he is today.
DJ Khaled's "I'm On One" (2011)
Album: We the Best Forever
Label: E1 Records
Producer: T-Minus/Noah "40" Shebib/Nikhil S
Out of the dozens of verse's Ross put out in 2011, this has to be one of his finest. Rozay's flow does have its detractors, but one of its assets is just how well it fits with the mood of a given song. The Boss of All Bosses sounds wounded and just as hazed out as the beat itself. He's still rapping about luxury, but shit may not be so sweet at the top: "Kiss you on ya neck and tell ya everything is great/Even though I'm out on bond I might be facin' 8's." Fantasy and reality collide in Ross' standout verse.
Estelle's "Break My Heart" (2011)
Album: All of Me
Label: Warner Music/Atlantic
Producer: Don Cannon
Ross came through with an intro and a verse for Estelle's single "Break My Heart" to help boost the song onto America's radar. The mission was accoplished as the song was remixed by the likes of Swizz Beatz, Raekwon, Busta Rhymes, and Jadakiss.
Keri Hilson's "The Way You Love Me" (2011)
Album: No Boys Allowed
Label: Mosely/Zone 4/Interscope
Producer: Polow da Don & Hollywood Hot Sauce
Well this song certainly has an interesting video. Whole lot of leather and air humping but since it's Ms. Keri is the offending party it's not all bad. The song, mostly notably for how god damn crazy Keri Hilson is, also features a nice verse by Ross. "Why go hard when these bitches so easy?" Ross laments. Oh, Ricky, how we wish our problems were the same as yours.
Lil' Wayne's "John" (2011)
Album: Tha Carter IV
Label: YMCMB/Universal
Producer: Ayo
"John", Lil' Wanye's second single off of Tha Carter IV is really as much Ross' song as it is Wayne's. They split the verses and choruses evenly and the song borrows heavily from Rozay's "I'm Not a Star." In fact, the song comes off as a poorer version of the original. Either way, Ross did his thing on both.
DJ Khaled's "Welcome To My Hood" (2011)
Album: We The Best Forever
Label: We The Best/Terror Squad/Universal
Producer: The Renegades
Fun fact, every first album single DJ Khaled has ever had ("Holla At Me", "We Takin' Over", "I'm So Hood", "Out Here Grindin'", "All I Do Is Win") has featured Rick Ross. It didn't seem smart to mess with success, so Khaled got Ross again for "Welcome To My Hood." While it didn't blow up like some of the previous singles, Ross did his thing and stunted on everybody.
2 Chainz's "10 Summaz" (2011)
Album: N/A
Label: N/A
Producer: Sonny Digital
Ross' heavy set body is misleading because he's easily able to turn it up whenever he has to - like when he's working with the regularly turnt up 2 Chainz. Ricky Rozay is relentless here with his gun talk of both the literal and lyrical kind. Plus, he was right. He did have the streets hotter than the gates of hell.
French Montana's "Choppa Choppa Down (Remix)" (2011)
Album: Choppa Choppa Down
Label: Bad Boy/Interscop/Maybach Music Group
Producer: Billionaire Boyscout
Three adjectives succinctly describes Rick Ross' character: very large, stylish as hell, and very murderous when he's crossed. Rozay shows all three aspects in the verse for the "Choppa Choppa Down" remix - particularly in these lines: "I call my chopper my whopper/You get it just like you want it." This isn't one of the doctor's recommended diets.
JC's "Tic Toc" (2011)
Album: N/A
Label: N/A
Producer: JC
Even though it might be confusing at first, it's plain to see why Rick Ross dropped a verse on JC's Tic Toc. Rozay was able to rap about two of his favorite things, Chicken cooking in grease and expensive watches. What can we say, the man has great taste.
Nawlage's "Let Me Do Me" (2011)
Album: N/A
Label: N/A
Producer: Free World Productions
On a song dedicated to those clingy girls who just won't let us be, Ross big ups fellow Floridian Nawlage and drops a short verse. Ross confirms what we learned from Stay Scheming and boasts "Six figures niggas, spend that on my court case/Judge dropped the charge i blew the rest on Rosé." We knew he had a budget for the lawyer, though.
Magazeen's "Movie" (2011)
Album: N/A
Label: MMG/Warner Bros.
Producer:
Not much here from Rozay other than his ad-libs. And the ad-libs of a boss is worth a 1,000 words. Magazeen seems more self-assured as he flows with Ross' vocals behind him.
Emmanuel Frayer's "Sex Appeal" (2011)
Album: N/A
Label: N/A
Producer: 253
Are you a shorty that happens to have sex appeal? If so, refer to Ross' verse on "Sex Appeal" and take note. Respond accordingly.
Pusha T's "I Still Wanna" (2011)
Album: Fear of God II - Let Us Pray
Label: G.O.O.D Music/Decon/Re-Up Gang
Producer: Lee Major
Ok, we get it Pusha. You used to sell coke and you still want to. Despite the repetitiveness, Pusha and Ross spit two hot verses their drug dealing past. While Rozay mentions his fear that his car is tapped, there no mention of his past as a cop. Interesting omission.
Travis Barker's "Can a Drummer Get Some" (2011)
Album: Give the Drummer Some
Label: Interscope
Producer: Travis Barker
Travis Barker, formerly the drummer of Blink 182, cashed in his street cred for tons of big name features for his debut solo album Give the Drummer Some. The albums single, "Can a Drummer Get Some" features verses from The Game, Lil Wayne, Swizz Beatz, and of course Ricky Ross. Rozay exposes his lighter side saying "Quarter milli on the seat, yeah I know I’m a goof." For us, goofing off usually means playing a prank or some classic knock knock jokes but just sitting next to $250,000 dollars sounds pretty good, even if it's not that funny.
French Montana's "Shot Caller (Remix)" (2012)
Album: Excuse My French
Label: Bad Boy/Interscope
Producer: Harry Fraud
French Montana's "Shot Caller" was one of the songs of 2011 so if a remix was going to be done it had to be hot. Although the remix wasn't game changing, it was solid and featured a good verse from Ross and a dope beat switch during Diddy's rhymes. In a bizarre twist, Diddy name dropped Ciroc in his verse, how weird is that???
Wale's "Bait (Remix)" (2011)
Album: The Eleven One Eleven Theory
Label: MMG/Warner Bros.
Producer: Tone P
When "Bait" came out on Wale's The Eleven One Eleven Theory mixtape it sounded more like a Rick Ross beat than something Wale would normally use. That's why it was only right that Rozay, in addition to 2 Chainz and Trey Songz, hopped on the remix. We're used to Ross bragging but he may have stepped over the line on this one when he boasts "I'm talking Ambition, I could spell it for you." We get it Ross, you're the greatest. Gosh.
Tyrese's "Stay (Remix)" (2011)
Album: N/A
Label: Voltron
Producer: Brian “B.A.M.” Alexander
While Ricky Rozay'a more well-known songs are club bangers, the Boss has also been known to lay some gems in the R&B department. In "Stay (Remix)," Ross is "The slow lovemaker, the straight backbreaker," and we wouldn't have it any other way over this 90s-flavored beat.
L.E.P. Bogus Boys' "Kush and Leather (Remix)" (2012)
Album: N/A
Label: N/A
Producer: Da Honorable C N.O.T.E
Rick Ross' taste for kush and leather is well-known. So when he's on a song with two of his favorite things as the title, you know he's about to spit some fire. If you're looking for trill, this is it.
Nipsey Hu$$le's "Proud of That" (2012)
Album: N/A
Label: N/A
Producer: Jiggy Hendrix
This song can be defined by a pretty simple equation. Two great MC's + two dope verses = one really good collabo. Not much else to it.
Stalley's "Party Heart" (2012)
Album: Rich Forever
Label: Maybach Music Group/Warner Bros.
Producer: Chuck Inglish
"Party Heart" is great for a lot of reasons. It was one of the standout tracks of the huge Rich Forever mixtape, it features a dope 2 Chainz verse, the beat was produced by Chuck Inglish. While those are good and all, Ross steals the show with the opening to his verse. "Me and LeBron got the same whips/Me and Dwyane on the same strip/Me and Wiz burn the same piff/Me and Stalley need the same pick/Me and Meek bone the same chicks/Me and Wale rock the same kicks." The Bawse reminds us that he's absolutely killing life in a way that only he can. We know Rozay, your the king bro.
Stalley's "BCGMMG (Remix)" (2012)
Album: Savage Journey to the American Dream
Label: Maybach Music Group/Warner Bros.
Producer: Block Beattaz
Over a beat that's just as thumping as his footsteps, Rick Ross presents an interesting conundrum. He raps "bosses move in silence," but how can this be so when you got four waterfalls in your crib, ride on chrome, and sport Louboutin's. Only bosses understand.
Stalley's "Hell's Angels (American Heathens)" (2012)
Album: Savage Journey to the American Dream
Label: Maybach Music Group/Warner Bros.
Producer: Block Beattaz
Rick Ross does not like the haters. So much so, that he's willing to drive by them in a supercharged Corvette out of pure distaste. Even though he threatens to "off your switch" by the end hook, you get the sense that he won't need to. He got the shit-on-your-life type of money after all.
Nas' "Accident Murderers" (2012)
Album: Life is Good
Label: Def Jam
Producer: No I.D.
Only one rapper not named Nasir Jones has a full verse on the Life is Good album and that rapper is Rick Ross. If that wasn't enough of a testament to his position in the rap game, how damn good the verse is should do the trick.
Wiz Khalifa's "Never Been Part II" (2012)
Album: Taylor Allderdice
Label: Taylor Gang/Rostrum Records
Producer: Sledgren
For the sequel to "Never Been" off of his Kush & Orange Juice mixtape, Wiz Khalifa snagged Ross. The choice was obvious because of the two MC's shared love of 18th century British Literature. Just joking, they both love weed. That adoration for fine cannabis links the two and makes for a mighty fine track. Roll up, gentleman.
Meek Mill's "Everyday" (2012)
Album: Dreamchasers II
Label: Maybach Music Group/Warner Bros.
Producer: Cardiak
Meek Mill and Rick Ross have proven time and time again that they work well together and in "Everyday" off of Meek's Dreamchasers Ross proves this formula works even if he doesn't have a verse. Confined to the hook, Rozay adds to the mood of the song without having his own bars. Ross boats that he "Wipe my ass with the riches like it's some toilet tissue." That's balling, we guess.
Gunplay's "Real Niggas" (2012)
Album: N/A
Label: N/A
Producer: Young Shun
For his artist's first big single, good old label boss Ross decided he'd help out and lend the hook. On his first Def-Jam backed song, Gunplay fills us in on all the types of real niggas out there. So don't discriminate because according to Ross and Gunplay, real niggas come in all shapes and sizes. Come one, come all!
Rockie Fresh's "You a Lie (Remix)" (2012)
Album: Single
Label: Maybach Music Group
Producer: LPeezy
Rockie Fresh has been on MMG for less than a month, and he already has a Rick Ross feature to his credit. Ricky Rozay put in a light, but solid verse on the remix to "You a Lie." Ross is no stranger to appearing on his signee's tracks, as he explains in his verse: "Invest in my niggas, watch the joy that it brings/All these beautiful bitches, such a beautiful thing." Rozay's spreading the love.
Richie Wess' "Pretty Down" (2012)
Album: J.O.B. (Joints Over Blunts)
Label: YTC Entertainment
Producer:
This Richie Wess jam has an easily distinguishable Caribbean vibe, and Ross' verse is as warm as the islands. Rozay drops the kingpin persona as he drops some amorous lines for that special lady. Bosses need lovin' too.
Mysonne's "Stash House" (2012)
Album: The Definition Of A G 2
Label: The Black Wall Street Records
Producer: The Treble Makers
The image "Stash House" paints is a hazy one, and Rick Ross hovers over it like an unhinged Vito Corleone. Rozay is quick to remind listeners that he's always packing as he continues stacking.
Gucci Mane's "Trap Boomin'" (2012)
Album: I'm Up
Label: 1017 Brick Squad Records/Asylum/Warner Bros.
Producer: Mike WiLL
The beat sounds like something out of a horror film, and Ross is just cool with it. He has no problem spitting about the AKs, comparing his wallet size to Breaking Bad's Walter White, and spitting game to "yo old lady." The scariest part of it all is that he might not be lying. Ricky Rozay also named drops the restaurant franchise he invested in.
Game's "Now That I'm Paid" (2012)
Album: California Republic Mixtape
Label: N/A
Producer: Cyfyre
On one of the better song's of Game's California Republic mixtape, Ross drops a classic Ross verse. Only Rozay could manage to drop some great lines like "Started with a crumb, and turned it to a brick" and include a clever Krispy Kreme reference. That's why he's The Bawse.
Game's "Bottles & Rockin' J's" (2012)
Album: California Republic Mixtape
Label: N/A
Producer: Lex Luger
While this song has all the makings of a banger, an all-star roster and big name producer, it kind of just falls flat on it's face. Rozay delivers a short but clever Ross verse, managing to name drop enough watches and gangsters to make you think this was 32 bars, but ultimately the song is just too tacky. This should be the soundtrack to the Game 40 Gloc video and that's not a good thing.
Game's "Red Bottom Boss" (2012)
Album: California Republic Mixtape
Label: N/A
Producer: Just Blaze
For his California Republic mixtape, Game borrows Drake's "Lord Knows" beat and some of Ross' lines from the same song. Rozay's "red bottom boss" line make up the song's chorus and it's safe to say Game's take did not live up to the original.
Nicki Minaj's "I Am Your Leader" (2012)
Album: Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded
Label: YMCMB/Universal Republic
Producer: Hit-Boy
Nicki Minaj was talking all sorts of crazy on "I Am Your Leader" (she's allegedly Santa Claus for the hoes). How is a boss to respond? Namedrops. Rozay is chillin' in the Heartbreak Hotel, paging Rihanna, and spending Monday nights with the raw. Word to Vince McMahon.
Wale's "Albert Pujols" (2012)
Album: Ambition
Label: Maybach Music Group/Warner Bros.
Producer: Southside
Wale was struggling for commercial viability, but Ross saw his talent and made him one of the most reliable soldiers in the MMG clique. He did so by assisting in aggressively catchy songs like "Albert Pujols." Not too long after they official became partners, Wale and Ross were making as many hits as...well... Albert Pujols.
Young Breed's "Na Wut" (2012)
Album: The Freestyle Chronicles: My Style Aint Free
Label: Maybach Music Group
Producer:
Ross is known for being a team player too; he wants all of his MMG affiliates to shine. He plays the supporter role here by hooking up the Triple C's Young Breed with a solid verse on "Na Wut."
Scotty Boi's "Lawyer Fees (Remix)" (2012)
Album: A.W.O.L.
Label: Maybach Music Group
Producer: C Mal
Ross can be romantic, but don't get it twisted; he'll hit it and quit it if the situation calls for it. Fortunately, one night with The Boss is all you'd need: "If I fuck you once shorty you could write a book." Bawse!
Slim's "Deja Vu" (2012)
Album: Cruise Control
Label: M3 Productions/Asylum
Producer: Tha Cornaboyz
In "Sixteen," off of God Forgives, I Don't, Ross ponders how can he possibly give the listeners a piece of his life within a standard 16-bar verse. He does a good job at doing so, however. One of Ricky Rozay's strengths is being able to vividly depict the high life in many of his short guest verses, like in Slim's "Deja Vu."
DJ Khaled's "I Wish You Would" (2012)
Album: Kiss the Ring
Label: We The Best/Terror Squad/Universal
Producer: Hit-Boy
Khaled went to the well again and nabbed Ross for the second single off his Kiss the Ring album. While Kanye shined the hardest on this one, Ross certainly holds his own and drops a few gems. "I remember catching buses just bought me a Lotus" he reminisces, which is something to keep in mind next time your stuck on public transportation.
French Montana's "Pop That" (2012)
Album: Excuse My French
Label: Bad Boy/Interscope
Producer: Lee On The Beats
If your listening to "Pop That" while watching the video, we cannot blame you for not noticing the verses or that your even technically listening to a song. But if your not distracted by the perpetual thickness that is the "Pop That" video you should be able to catch Ross' verse which is full of stunting and some pretty reasonable requests: "You know I came to stunt/So drop that pussy bitch." Can't blame the man.
Omarion's "Let's Talk" (2012)
Album: Self Made Vol. 2
Label: Maybach Music Group/Warner Bros./Def Jam
Producer: Ayo
Ross starts off the song with a few adlibs including, "We gon' change your life overnight, love." While it's probably adressed to a fine lady friend, it could just as easily be aimed at new MMG signee Omarion (who everybody should agree to never refer to as Maybach O which is the worst nickname ever). Who ever he's talking too, the Boss and his Protegé link up for a pretty solid and standar collabo.
Birdman's "Born Stunna" (2012)
Album: Bigga Than Life
Label: Cash Money/Universal Republic
Producer: Beat Billionaire
In case you didn't get the memo, Rick Ross and Birdman make a lot of money. So when Rozay's voice breaks as he's chanting about his money bags, you know it's something serious. Mo' money equals mo' problems, but that doesn't necessarily mean the two rappers are willing to walk away from the balla struggle. So when Ross says he'd "flip a hundred keys just to ball all summer," you best believe it.
Usher's "Lemme See" (2012)
Album: Looking 4 Myself
Label: RCA
Producer: Mr. Morris/Jim Jonsin
Usher's looks and sensual voice is a force in itself, but it takes a lot more than that to outsex the Big Bawse. Rozay is at his most intimate in "Lemme See," and he reaches his romantic peak when he says "She's my new addiction, I swear I'm through with chronic." And Rick Ross loves the chronic.
5. Mary J. Blige's "Why" (2012)
Album: My Life II... The Journey Continues (Act 1)
Label: Geffen
Producer: Kendu Isaacs
Sometimes Ross just got to put it down for the ladies, especially when he's in the presence of Queen of R&B. Teflon Don makes himself comfortable as usual on this luxurious beat. If Rozay isn't killing the game, he's spitting it.
Jennifer Hudson's "Think Like A Man" (2012)
Album: Think Like a Man
Label: Epic
Producer: Chuck Harmony
Sure, the popular movie had women figuring out how to think like a man. But on the other hand, Rozay attempted to answer the question that was on every male's mind with his verse in the soundtrack's single: How to be a boss? Well, one would have to sport Versace linen, treat his woman to Barney's and Neiman's, and lounge in the Trump Towers. Easier said than done.
Yo Gotti's "Harder" (2012)
Album: Live from the Kitchen
Label: RCA
Producer: Lil Lody
As usual, Rick Ross made himself at home with the Southern, club-ready beat in Yo Gotti's "Harder." Rozay keeps it simple as he summarizes his own story - a rags to riches tale doused in Ciroc and spoiled by Benzes with the goal of being rich forever. Who can't relate?
DJ Khaled's "Take it to the Head" (2012)
Album: Kiss The Ring
Label: Terror Squad/Cash Money/Universal Republic
Producer: The Runners
If it ain't broke, why fix it? Rick Ross' verse was a huge reason why last year's "I'm on One" was such a hit. So, fair enough, Ross and DJ Khaled linked up again for Kiss the Ring's lead single, "Take it to the Head." The Teflon Don leads off with the same lady-killing confidence: "She know on purpose, as I peel the curtains/I always make her nervous, this record’s perfect."
Mariah Carey's "Triumphant (Get 'Em)" (2012)
Album: N/A
Label: Island
Producer: "Triumphant (Get Em)"
Rick Ross may be celebrating the release of God Forgives, I Don't, but that doesn't mean the tracks aren't going to keep on coming. Yesterday Mariah dropped "Triumphant (Get 'Em)," a moderately-paced track that has The Boss and MMG soldier Meek Mill as sharp as ever. The track is intended to inspire, and Rozay's never ending grind only adds to it.
