"What's the Difference" wasn't just a hit; it was a statement. It solidified the "New West" sound and proved that Dre’s second act was going to be just as influential as his first. The chemistry between the three artists led to the in 2000, which remains one of the most legendary tours in music history.

Each artist uses their verse to address different facets of their life and the industry:

The track is built on a haunting, brass-heavy sample of by Charles Aznavour. Dr. Dre, alongside co-producers Mel-Man and Lord Finesse, transformed the melancholic French pop song into a driving, cinematic hip-hop anthem. The beat provided a gritty but sophisticated backdrop for the three rappers to discuss the "difference" between themselves and their peers. The Lyrical Journey