: The resurgence of the original DMX track due to its prominent use in the 2016 Deadpool film helped propel this parody version back into the spotlight.
: It became a popular custom track for the VR rhythm game Beat Saber , where players noted its high energy and challenging rhythm.
The track is widely available on various platforms through different re-uploads and fan playlists: : The definitive version by oneboredjeu. : The resurgence of the original DMX track
: It is often cited as a prime example of the "unexpectedly good" mashup genre, alongside others like "Call Me a Hole" (Carly Rae Jepsen vs. Nine Inch Nails). Where to Listen
: Multiple hosts including Charred Clockwork and Amir Rahman . : It is often cited as a prime
: The climax of the mashup often blends the iconic lyrics, such as " X gon' give it to ya, so call me maybe ".
The track works by layering DMX’s isolated vocal tracks over the instrumental of "Call Me Maybe". Despite the radical difference in genre, the two songs share compatible tempos and rhythmic structures, allowing DMX’s barking delivery to sync perfectly with Jepsen’s upbeat, orchestral-pop backing. : The climax of the mashup often blends
Originally gaining traction around 2016, the mashup saw multiple waves of popularity: