The Jay Z Remix Aaliyah Miss U Today
"Miss You (Remix)" is the official tribute remix featuring rapper , released on April 29, 2003 , nearly two years after Aaliyah's death. While the original song was a breakup track recorded in 1999, the Jay-Z remix transformed it into a heartfelt eulogy for Aaliyah and other fallen hip-hop icons. Production and Release
The remix was serviced to radio on April 8, 2003, and released as a CD single alongside the original version later that month.
Jay-Z expands the tribute in his third verse to other deceased artists, including The Notorious B.I.G. , Tupac Shakur , Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes , Big L , Big Pun , and Jam Master Jay . Cultural Reception The Jay Z Remix Aaliyah Miss U
In the remix, Jay-Z shifts the focus from a romantic breakup to a collective expression of grief. His verses include specific mentions of those who "miss" Aaliyah:
A portion of the proceeds from the single's enhanced-CD sales was donated to the Aaliyah Memorial Fund , benefiting cancer research. Lyrical Content and Tributes "Miss You (Remix)" is the official tribute remix
Jay-Z recorded his verses at the start of 2003, using the original instrumental and chorus produced by Teddy Bishop .
He mentions personal details, such as their "cereal pie" meals and her interest in the book The Seat of the Soul . Jay-Z expands the tribute in his third verse
Aaliyah originally recorded the song in 1999 for her self-titled third album, but it remained unreleased until it was chosen as the lead single for the posthumous compilation album, I Care 4 U (2002).