"Push" is the first single from

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's 2007 album ''

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''. The single was released September 11, 2006 as a

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, but was later released as a

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and a digital download. Produced by Pharoahe Monch, the song features an upbeat sound and a prominent use of horns played by

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. It features encouraging raps provided by Pharoahe Monch as well as background vocals sung by MeLa Machinko and Showtyme. The song contains an

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from

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's "Country Preacher." Its music video, directed by Paul Minor, features Monch rapping during the

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. The song is also featured in the NBA series 2007 video game NBA Street Homecourt. The song failed to chart, yet it received generally positive critical attention. According to Dave Maher of

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, "the song is an effective throwback to 70s funk".Maher, Dave.
"Stream: Pharoahe Monch: 'Push'"
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. October 27, 2007. Retrieved December 15, 2007. John Murphy of musicOMH.com labels "Push" a "typically articulate and intense number," while hailing its overlooked "dark, dramatic" lyrics.Murphy, John.
"Track Reviews: Pharoahe Monch - Push (Island)"
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'' also hails "Push" citing Monch's powerful vocals and lyrics."Reviews: Pharoahe Monch - Desire"
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''. April 16, 2007. Retrieved December 15, 2007.

Track listing

CD single/Digital download

# "Push" (2:54) # "Let's Go" (3:08)

12" vinyl

A-Side

# "Push" (2:54)

B-Side

# "Let's Go" (3:08) # "Push (Instrumental)" (2:54)

References

External links

"Push" music video
on

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