Why
Nate Dogg · Other Songs - Nate Dogg
why, did my homie have to
die, with tears in my
eyes, i came to say goodbye (say goodbye)
[x2]
jus' passing through to let you know that i remember the times we shared (ohh yeah) (mm hmm)
your mother prayed for us both night and day, i guess this is what she feared (oo mm) (mm hmm)
the picture in my room keeps your image sharply in my head (all in my head) (mm hmm)
i jus cant let go of the memories i have,
will this madness ever end? (mm)
why, did my homie have to
die, with tears in my
eyes, i came to say goodbye (say goodbye)
[x2]
sometimes i wonder if it's better to be free or be in jail (oh mm) (mm hmm)
incarceration, at this time, to me is better than heaven or hell (ohh yeah) (mm hmm)
i often wonder if you'd still be here if you had worn your vest (worn your vest) (mm hmm)
you'll most likely soon see me, we'll all be a memory, if we dont change this mess (ooh)
change it or we're gone, y'all
why, did my homie have to
die, with tears in my
eyes, i came to say goodbye (say goodbye)
[x2]
i'm.. passin' through to let you know (passin through to let you know)..
that i'm.. gonna tell everyone i know (gonna tell everyone i know)..
how we... used to send em to the floor (used to send em to the floor)..
have we... have we forgot to mourn? (c'mon)
ohhh.... how long... how long... how will they mourn?
mourn.... how long... how long... how long will they mourn
why, did my homie have to
die, with tears in the
eyes, i came to say goodbye..
[x3]
Why - Nate Dogg
Nate Dogg's 'Why' stands as a quintessential example of his smooth, soulful delivery within the West Coast G-Funk genre. Released during the height of his career, the track showcases his signature laid-back flow and emotive vocal style that defined the late 1990s and early 2000s era. The recording captures the essence of his ability to blend R&B sensibilities with hip-hop rhythms, creating a sound that was both commercially successful and critically respected. As a staple in his discography, the song reflects the collaborative spirit of the time, often appearing in compilations that highlighted the best of his work alongside peers like Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg. It remains a defining track for fans of the genre, illustrating the melodic depth and rhythmic precision that made Nate Dogg an icon of the G-Funk movement.