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A standout feature of CJ's breakout hit is its unique use of a Bollywood sample , which helped differentiate it within the New York drill scene. Key Highlights

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: One of the most famous lines, "I'm addicted to blue cheese," is actually a metaphor for money —specifically $100 bills, which feature a distinct blue security line . A standout feature of CJ's breakout hit is

: Released in July 2020, the song became a viral sensation on TikTok and peaked at No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 in early 2021. It also earned him major co-signs from artists like Cardi B , 50 Cent , and French Montana . 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 in early 2021

: The track features a "slithery" instrumental that samples the song "Sanam Re" by Indian artists Arijit Singh and Mithoon . CJ discovered the beat, produced by Pxcoyo, on YouTube during the COVID-19 quarantine.

: The song blends Brooklyn drill sounds with CJ's Puerto Rican heritage . He incorporated Spanish-inspired lyrics such as "Hittin' the cha-cha / Open his lata / Then he dancing bachata," using "lata" (Spanish for "can") as a metaphor while referencing traditional Hispanic dances.

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