D12 - How Come 99%
The visuals emphasize the envy some members felt toward Eminem's meteoric rise, while Eminem counters that his success didn't change his loyalty to them.
He questions why former "day-ones" have become distant and bitter. He references a time of deep personal loss—the death of his Uncle Ronnie —noting that the person he is addressing was there for him then, which many fans believe points directly to Proof . D12 - How Come
Decades later, the song is often viewed as a precursor to the group's eventual disbandment, which was officially confirmed by Eminem in his 2018 track . It remains a poignant reminder of how fragile friendships can be, even those forged in the toughest streets of Detroit. The visuals emphasize the envy some members felt
Addressing the rift head-on, Proof reflects on how the group's dynamic changed once they moved from Detroit's underground scene to the global stage. Music Video Breakdown Decades later, the song is often viewed as
The track centers on the dissolving bond between members of the group, specifically highlighting the tension between , Proof , and Mr. Porter (Kon Artis).
The video opens with rare home footage of a young Eminem, Proof, and Bizarre performing at an underground show, contrasting their humble beginnings with their current strained reality. Legacy and Impact
