Nothing 2 Lose

Overview

Nothing 2 Lose was officially released on R U Still Down? (Remember Me) in 1997, although the song originated several years earlier during 2Pac's 1993 recording sessions. Produced by Stretch, the released version features Natasha Walker performing the chorus and represents the final evolution of a song that underwent multiple revisions before its posthumous release.

While the arrangement and chorus remained largely consistent throughout its development, 2Pac substantially rewrote the verses following the earliest known recording. The version issued on R U Still Down? (Remember Me) is based on these later recordings rather than the original 1993 performance, making it the definitive officially released version of the song.

Recording History

The earliest known version of Nothing 2 Lose was recorded during the second Thug Life sessions in 1993. Produced by Stretch, it featured Natasha Walker performing the chorus, while 2Pac recorded an entirely different set of verses from those heard on the final release.

Later in 1993, 2Pac revisited the song and rewrote much of the lyrical content while retaining the core musical arrangement and Natasha Walker's vocal performance. This revised recording ultimately became the basis for the version selected for posthumous release.

Following 2Pac's death, the track was included on the 1997 album R U Still Down? (Remember Me), introducing the song to the public for the first time. Although the original 1993 recording remains unreleased, the official version preserves Stretch's production and Natasha Walker's chorus while showcasing 2Pac's later vocal performance.

Release History

Samples

Samples Used

• Mica Paris; I Wanna Hold on to You (Melody / Drumline)
• Ice Cube; Summer Vacation (Vocals)
• Ice Cube; Us (Vocals)
• The D.O.C.; N.W.A.; The Grand Finale (Vocals)
• Dr. Dre; The Chronic Intro (Vocals)

Lyrics