Hand in Hand (DJ Quik song) explained

Hand in Hand
Border:	yes
Type:	single
Artist:	DJ Quik featuring 2nd II None & El DeBarge
Album:	Rhythm-al-ism
Genre:	Hip hop, R&B
Length:	4:18
Label:	Arista
Producer:	DJ Quik
Chronology:	DJ Quik
Prev Title:	Way 2 Fonky
Prev Year:	1992
Next Title:	Down, Down, Down
Next Year:	1998

"Hand In Hand" is a song by American rapper and producer DJ Quik, released as the second single from his fourth studio album Rhythm-al-ism (1998). The song features additional vocals from fellow rap duo 2nd II None and American singer El Debarge.

In the song, DJ Quik momentarily pays homage to the Almond Joy jingle "Sometimes You Feel Like a Nut", written by Leo Corday and Leon Carr.

Track listings

CD single^[1]

1. "Hand In Hand" (Radio Mix) (featuring 2nd II None & El DeBarge) – 4:20
2. "Hand In Hand" (Instrumental) – 4:20
3. "Hand In Hand" (Call Out Research Hook) – 0:10

Music video

The music video has cameos of actresses Nadine Velazquez and Shannyn Sossamon.^[2]

Charts

Chart (1998–1999)	Peak position
US Billboard Hot R&B Airplay	54
US Hot R&B Singles	66
US Rhythmic Top 40^[3]	38

Notes and References

1. Web site: DJ Quik – Hand in Hand (1998, CD).
2. Web site: DJ Quik music, videos, stats, and photos.
3. Web site: Album Search for "rhythm al ism".