"I'm a Hustla" is a song by American rapper Cassidy released in the United States on February 28, 2005, as the lead single from his second studio album of the same name (2005). The song, which was produced by American musician Swizz Beatz, contains a vocal sample from "Dirt off Your Shoulder" as performed by American rapper Jay-Z. The song reached number 34 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Several remixes have been produced, featuring various alternate guests including Joe Budden and Jay-Z, however the official remix features Mary J. Blige. Rapper Missy Elliott also made a freestyle version with DJ Khaled. In 2018, Beyoncé sampled "I'm a Hustla" for her Beychella performance.
Music video The music video was directed by Benny Boom and features a cameo appearance by Swizz Beatz, Mashonda, and Growing Up Gotti stars Carmine Agnello and John Agnello. In the music video Cassidy dances the hustla dance later popularized as the motorcycle in Yung Joc's video for "It's Goin' Down", the following year.Cassidy Speaks On Beef with 50 Cent, Lil Wayne & T.I.
Charts
Weekly charts Chart (2005)PeakpositionNetherlands (Urban Top 100)98US Pop 100 (Billboard)Billboard Music Charts69
Year-end charts Chart (2005)PositionUS Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)32
Release history Region Date Format(s) Label United States February 28, 2005 Rhythmic contemporary radio J, RMG Urban contemporary radio
References
External links Cassidy at Myspace Cassidy-I'm a Hustla music video