In the context of the track—which was a lead single from their 1999 album Murda Muzik —it refers to the transition from street-level hustling to professional rap stardom and the substantial financial rewards that came with it. Key Facts About "It's Mine"
: The chorus, sung by Nas , is a lyrical and instrumental interpolation of the 1998 R&B hit "The Boy Is Mine" by Brandy and Monica. Mobb Deep - Its Mine (Feat. Nas)
: The song famously samples the main theme from the 1983 film Scarface . In the context of the track—which was a
Watch the official music video for this classic collaboration between Queensbridge legends Mobb Deep and Nas: Mobb Deep - It's Mine (Official Video) ft. Nas MobbDeepVEVO YouTube• Feb 28, 2014 sung by Nas