ILL BILL - WHEN I DIE (OG Version)

[@stockmarketbeast2985]

I hope my mom is holding the gates open when I die... I miss you mom. Love Jay

[@PatschoPat]

"Though I've grown up, I'm still heartbroken, aching to cry Hoping you're the one holding open those gates when I die"

[@intellectualsolitudeproduc2865]

My dad just passed away today. This song comforts me.

[@MichalSada]

be strong. be yours, sending good vibes to u ,))

[@419buckeye7]

Don't start drinking

[@honkykong7389]

Sorry man, music is therapeutic in a way. Stay up.

[@mongrel_97]

shit man, you good?

[@crypticraps]

Rest easy, man ✌️ How are you holding up?

[@DruidsTears]

My uncle was a huge fan of Ill Bill. He got a lot of inspiration from his music and such. For me personally the song is almost too accurate. He was always like a big brother. He never made me feel like a dumbass kid. My uncle though did die of an overdose. Every time I hear this song I feel close to him. Cause it’s one his favorite artists. He was only 32. If I make it to the gates of heaven i hope you’re their uncle Stephen.

[@prodmicrocosmicorbit]

🙏🏼🙏🏼📀📀

[@basketballfan33]

I lost my grandfather in April 2012 and this song came out a few months after that (Nov 2012). Used to bump it EVERY DAY after school. Shame this version never made it to the album

[@Cody6698]

My mother passed away seven years ago, so this song really speaks to me. When the time comes...I hope she'll be holding the gates open when I die.

[@illel-zorro9527]

Ill Bill really put his heart on this one. I really love this person Bill has grown to.

[@LloydAragon-fh8kg]

Song brings tears out of me

[@victormcvic3579]

Glad to see Ill bill gettin so much attention, its been a long time comin, underground legend

[@htownguero]

I remember when this video still first dropped! Was my school years and crazy times then. Still bumpin in 2020! Salute from Houston brotha 👌

[@MindOverMacros]

Little late but same with doom. Doom finally got recognition.

[@dylanmcwhirter9844]

Fucking A

[@dylanmcwhirter9844]

Finally reached enough kids ears pretty amazing how so many people can relate all over the globe

[@9326metal]

Never knew about him until i heard gmoskee name drop him as an influence so i figured if he helped inspire one of the rappers i actually he should be worth checking out. Im so glad i did. This dude is phenomenal.

[@almpertz]

There's two kinds of rappers these days. Those who rap for money and those who rap for real. Ill Bill is without a doubt the realest rapper out there. Thank you for doing what you do better than anyone else. Stay strong bro and may Howie rest.

[@SicilianCerdaPride]

This song always hits so close to home, I was raised by my grandmother, and my uncle was the only male role model in my life. I lost both of them 8 years ago, both to cancer, even though my uncle was an addict all his life, and there are so many parallels in this song its insane.

[@PMOHGUILD]

SicilianCerdaPride real music has that effect

[@davidchristiansen9012]

I feel you bro..youre not alone

[@GODHATESADOPTION]

Respetto

[@roastchicken401]

Damn, that's crazy man... My condolences

[@GODHATESADOPTION]

Though I've grown up, I'm still heartbroken achin' to cry, hopin' you holden' open the gates when I die!

[@Paddabear123]

This song has everything I've suffered in my 48 years alive on this planet this is a true life story great bit of work keep at I'll Bill

[@francisdrake3730]

One love from germany, lost my father at a young age. This song brought tears to my eye. And people say rap is ignorant.

[@realnagger6718]

Still Listening to this song in 2020. Love both versions. Ill Bill, The Beast...

[@sewerslidemg]

both versions are sick but i prefer this version

[@realnagger6718]

@@sewerslidemg To be honest, this version is deeper, sadder. The other version is more "hopeful". Anyway, I guess, the Lyrics, the delivery and Ill Bill's character really make this song...

[@MrGerardo8]

My pops just past away today... This song comforts me... See you in the other side papá...

[@p0w3rbik3]

RIP UNCLE HOWIE

[@charliepouliot8529]

Amen

[@Phearsum]

Got me caring about an uncle idk but thank you because Bill might not be Bill without you and we love Bill.

[@AlbanianThrash]

feel like i grew up with him thru bill's music

[@pyrykivi4153]

That Mercyful Fate sample is just BEAUTIFUL! 🔥🔥🔥

[@jevusstegmann5674]

Ive never heard you before. This came up random. Your lyrics are crushing, real and profound. You hit my heart bro. I got you bill.

[@justinkase4285]

I just attended my grandfathers funeral today and this is the first shit i played when i got home.

[@MetalxMasters]

This song makes me think about my grandparents who died when I was very young which basically split my family apart. No matter where you are in the world, we all grieve together. Stay strong, friends.

[@ou4534]

Same situation here man, but at least were still here

[@donnyp5939]

An old woman I took care of entered her final hours of life this morning, and it about damn near broke me. This song has been getting me through the emotions. Can't wait for the day we're all reunited with our fallen loved ones. As bleak as that may sound, that's my only idea of heaven. Bill, horns high to you brother. Thanks for this master piece. Much love to all you. Those going through it, solider on.

[@chanrider]

This is one of those tracks that stands apart. A timeless epic, I can listen to this in twenty years just the same. It's hard to find music of this caliber, with this much soul.

[@johanandersson2028]

Mercyful Fate and Ill Bill is a heavy combination! Hail King Diamond, Hail Ill Bill!

[@ever1370]

Which song got sampled?

[@damianhealy300]

@@ever1370 To One Far Away - 8th song on the Don't Break The Oath album

[@ever1370]

@@damianhealy300 much appreciated

[@templarmoney1]

"Not just as nephew & uncle, but as homies, we were friends Though I've grown up, I'm still heartbroken, aching to cry Hoping you're the one holding open those gates when I die"

[@Jean-Claude1vince]

these song made me cry i been thinking about my dead grandmother while listening to it

[@RipperOFBongs]

this song came out no word of lie a week after my uncle passed on. he was boss, he ran everything,with a great sense of mind two people i respect in this world are him & my mother. i was choked i didnt know how or what to do but the one thing i do know is this song really did help get through it. RIP Shane ill be seeing at those gates soon enough!

[@pedrosoler796]

Massive respect BILL, when i listen this song i remember what the real rap is. Thanks you for existing and sharing your talent. RIP uncle Howie. One love from france.

[@RO-wt8mp]

Mercyful Fate + Ill Bill. Awesome lyrics. Best song ever.

[@muzikdepotart]

From Non Phixion to his solo shit, son proved he's a fucking dope Emcee on the mic...Bless up Uncle Howie, forever shine yo!

[@chaosofmankind]

Such raw emotion and talent is what this world lacks

[@codypratt7463]

I feel you man on some real💯 just lost my grandfather this morning. One of the last pearl harbour veterans. I wouldn’t know how to be a man today if it weren’t for him. And now I’m stuck wishing I had the power to bring him back. I miss him

[@LMAODOODZ]

My mom is 60, from the Bronx and I got her into this song. It actually made her cry. No disrespect to anyone else but we're Italian so even if our family isn't that big, we're tightly knit. I hope you have a happy New Year Ill Bill, you speak the truth.

[@mikhail21393]

Dedicated to all the Uncles out there. Just like my uncle passed away yesterday and tomorrow will be buried. God Rest In Peace!!

[@SteelCityBloodInBloodOut]

Bill too Ill reeespect from Canada Ontario

[@christopherrivera3111]

King diamond's voice is absolutely soothing props to Ill bill for the ear to put this masterpiece together

[@EmakulateMM13]

I ❤ you are this song Bill

[@lagansonskroz3692]

Man i just love your Work.I miss my fallen ones,miss my Dad bro.Tears now,sea of tears.Love your Work man really.

[@R.T.and.J]

How is it that not only has Ill Bill been blessed with such gifted talent as a songwriter, but he's also able to produce such God-like beats? Amazing.

[@onicronprime118]

Look at his crew he rolls with, they keep trying to top each other

[@adamsandler6296]

I'm sorry for your loss. The only thing you can do when someone dies. Is be aware that life isn't forever, live your life to the fullest and spend time with your relatives, friends, and love ones. Life isn't forever. One day I will die and everyone will die. Life is too short. Do many things in your life because everything will be gone. R.i.p to your dad may he rest his soul. I wish everyone well. Be safe everyone ❤️💕 I hope each and every individual on earth lives a happy and peaceful life❤️

[@Knatch99]

Its like hell on earth without you near!!!

[@Mega420madman]

I really feel this track, my grandman just died and my cousin died from an overdose a few months ago, ill bill please keep making tracks like this, respect from kamloops BC Canada

[@ponchbellywarpig4048]

this is what rap needs truth!!!! real soul!!!!

[@greysoul8109]

I love you mom...hoping you're the holding open those gates when I die

[@lordkromakaekd4037]

I cry to this song. Peace.

[@MrMickthemonster]

Thanks for this song... It's really helped me.

[@RatsWithAttitudes]

this song really touches your soul, had forgotten all about it until today.

[@MrGundam0083]

this hits you on so many levels its great and hard to listen too

[@vdosrchn]

What’s that sincerity and genuine reality like? I think they call it non-fiction. How many wish they could speak or express like this. Better yet like that track. May God, bless and continue to guide his chosen.

[@Te37_daniel]

Literally brought tears to my eyes. Wonderful song.

[@tyrantpoh]

bill is the illest its songs like this that show his incredible talent in making u feel every word he spits its quite a rarity to find such realness in todays watered down bubble rap...i can replay this song for another 2 hours,I had the privilege of meeting him at a show,honestly the realest person I have ever met,this song is quite inspirational and gives me strength I lost my grandmother Zaharoula Troumouhis on 10.2.06 a day before my 24th birthday.I still feel her presence my good brother-pz

[@jonathang8323]

2019 rip Howie. Listen to this every day

[@CARLGULA]

R.i.P to ALL the loved ones we've lost and thumbs up for anyone who can relate ✌️

[@chanrider]

Damn Bill you really did it this time. Made me question my heritage, whether or not my passed loved ones would be disappointed or not. You yanked some shame and tears out of my soul. RIP Nana Pearl, Papa Cohen, Oompah, Uncle Howie and all those who have had an impact on our lives.

[@Boblivion81]

This song is beautiful. Well done I’ll Bill. 10/10 with the Mercyful Fate. Too one far away… 🤘🏻

[@fishez420]

This song is beautiful

[@cprigas]

That damn guitar riff made me wanna cry..

[@GODHATESADOPTION]

Mercyful fate

[@ihateeverything3972]

Those vocals

[@slumchemist880]

@@GODHATESADOPTION to one far away to be exact

[@MrXocozin]

This song makes me think about my dad... I'm 20 years old and he passed away when I was 11 , but I still miss him....

[@jonathangrant8201]

Damn, I don't know you at all but this song makes me want to cry as If I do.

[@handzimbo6224]

Rest in peace dad. Almost 8 years. Rip

[@frankincense3477]

WHEN I DIE (OG Version) Heartfelt Classic !

[@beymeester5593]

I lost my best friend, my grandfather in 2007. I still talk about him often, he believed in me when i didnt believe in myself. This track hits hard. Eventhough I lost so many friends I cannot count on two hands, my grandfather is the one I still hope will open the door for me one day. Bless you Bill!

[@HarvestStudio]

Song gave me chills bruh

[@brollan1234]

I was 17 when I lost my pops to cancer, I'm 22 today. It'll make you grow like nothing else. Stay strong, brother.

[@christianwagner9375]

Hardcore RAP From THA REAL PAIN !!!

[@mickcross6313]

So sad 😭 but we all feel this way about a loved one 👍🤔 it's crazy

[@OldschoolVgamer]

This guy seriously has more talent and substance in one finger than ten mumble rappers have combined between the whole of them. Why isn't there less UNsuperficial rap music like this? lol

[@MadMan-wo8gv]

Real lyrics gives me the chills real life issues I have faced in my life make thank u Big bro

[@diegomari4478]

For my mama ❤

[@jusallah7651]

all i got to say is "Dope" beyond the 3rd power thats why true mc's will forever be respected for true words and inspiration i got love for ill bill and respect eveything he says!!! forever keeping it real!!!!!! chicago loves you PEACE

[@05assahse]

5 years and its still dope 🎧👊

[@tumeone83]

This song has been on repeat for 2 days now. One of best tracks Ill Bill´s ever made. Can not be feeling this.

[@baranobama5375]

My uncle just died this morning. Still can't wrap my head around it.

[@sacequeensny5311]

Cyka Blyat may he rest in peace my G

[@clay4444]

respect.

[@snorlaxlove]

this is deep. REAL RAP right here. no commercial bullshit RIP HOWIE. brings memories of my own loved ones that have passed.

[@fabiopunzetti8926]

I got chills for all the whole track, respect to you.

[@coreyb1896]

This song’s been in my playlist since 2013. Still hits.

[@TheOmegaeyes]

THIS is so fuckin' chilling!! I gave up on hip-hop for a while, stuff like this gives the art form some hope. Loving the Mercyful Fate samples throughout!

[@MegaWilliamjohn]

Very good song. Lyrics are crazy real! I grew up in Marine Park and had friends in Canarsie. Like the FIB and DCEE pics. True kings of the era👍🏻👍🏻

[@cristian01231]

Realiest song ive ever heard!

[@argylesmith234]

great song. man this family has been through so much together. much love

[@Dannykid8]

Not like many rappers today, I can hear the raw emotion 2:17 - 2:20

[@Justins1877]

Respect from British Columbia, Canada, Bill! One of the dopiest songs of 2012/13 without a doubt.

[@saywaugottasay]

R.iP to most of my closest family ...R.i.P ,I can relate to every verse !

[@saywaugottasay]

@@liveandlearnlearntolive4003 I made this page in 08 u loser before you had been born

[@MrOptik1]

That was deep, thank you Bill. Very VERY authentic NYC rapper right here. It takes a real talented artist to go above and beyond the status quo and do something from the heart like this track. Shows how you really think and can perform on any level. That's real talent, very under rated I feel. I followed the entire journey from when you guys started documenting UH.. This track was touching bro. I'm sure there are people in the world hurting and feeling the same way and this song might bring them some comfort, which is the gift you were given to share with the world. I love your music, Don't ever stop.

[@eduard4117]

This song is masterpiece. RESPECT FROM ROMANIA!

[@doctoraugustuskwembe]

Lost my mum 6 months ago, and my Grandma 3 years ago now. RIP to both....

[@dimethaltryptamine1]

The lyrics to this are over the top T R U E!! The music, the vibe...the whole thing is a blown mind here! This should be heard across the world it's just wow!! Coming from a Hawkwind, Yes & Moody Blues fan. I adored my acid. LMAO 1

[@PJ-vh6jr]

the guitar on the way out gets me every time. perfect finesse on a great song.

[@GiancarloDiamond]

the og version is much better 1 mil times then the remix on the grimy awards / hour reprisal version

[@underground4012]

100%. I bought grimy awards and was pissed to see the other version so i bought the OG on amazon too

[@GODHATESADOPTION]

Well Bill is a master... he has lots of style

[@GODHATESADOPTION]

Btw mercyful fate is the sample in this track

[@Scot_Tz]

This is the original when I die. What you talking about?

[@dariushlarijani8083]

@@Scot_Tz they were talking about the grimy awards/ and amazon version of this song

[@callmeslick2977]

Still hits hard

[@genesis7552003]

U no,sometimes I hit the like button wen I'm drunk...I don't really remember the next day...I come back to it, and I'm like dam,my drunk self is sick...... but I still love it sober....

[@CorzIlla]

Love You Bill.. Man You reppin in my ears Hard here in Australia boy! Much Love Corz

[@shaunmoody1053]

Been a fan over 20 years can say he is still to this day my favorite rapper of all time

[@jediahparker2593]

This song hits home real hard

[@simonsolis6010]

I first heard this song in 2009 when I was in school and here I am 13 years later still banging it in 2022. Life's such a crazy thing now that I'm sitting here thinking about the first time I heard this song till now and it's sad to say but one day we're all going to go so just make sure you live you life right. Maybe someday someone will be hoping were holding open those gates...💯💯❤️🖤💙

[@Nomad.552]

Damn this song was released on my birthday before 5 years and im still listening it :D

[@DannVerner]

Rest in peace Uncle Howie and thank you for giving Bill the inspirations to carry these life lessons to we the people. Big ups from Toronto!!!

[@GiancarloDiamond]

this song is really good

[@tottejansson6493]

man honestly he dont fumble i love the houer of reprisal to me aclassic.bill always deliver sick dude.cant wait to hold the cover n sitt down smoke and listen to it. repeat roll a new one and vibe on. peace from sweden

[@bradjoneez201]

Wow neverbeen ansensitive dude but this pulling my heartstrings