Mark Morrison's "Return of the Mack" is a classic song with maybe an even better video. Released in 1996, the song was No. 1 in the U.K., and charted as high as No. 3 on the U.S. Top 40. And 19 years later, this shit still bangs. Play it at a party and watch as everyone reenacts the video and his accent. Unfortunately, this was Mark's peak. Since the song's release and subsequent success, he's had various run-ins with law and never gave himself a chance to make another hit.
Even still, not many can lay claim to creating a timeless tune. The song was produced by Cutfather & Joe, the former having a hand in numerous Top 10 singles throughout the years. But more importantly, the "Return of the Mack" music video is arguably music video directing extraordinaire Jake Nava's greatest creation.
Mark Morrison's "Return of the Mack" is a classic song with maybe an even better video. Released in 1996, the song was No. 1 in the U.K., and charted as high as No. 3 on the U.S. Top 40. And 19 years later, this shit still bangs. Play it at a party and watch as everyone reenacts the video and his accent. Unfortunately, this was Mark's peak. Since the song's release and subsequent success, he's had various run-ins with law and never gave himself a chance to make another hit.
Even still, not many can lay claim to creating a timeless tune. The song was produced by Cutfather & Joe, the former having a hand in numerous Top 10 singles throughout the years. But more importantly, the "Return of the Mack" music video is arguably music video directing extraordinaire Jake Nava's greatest creation.
Not Kelis' "Milkshake," not Beyonce's "Crazy in Love," but this amazing video from '96. This video was so ahead of its time, we decided to give you the best GIFs from it. Check out our breakdown.
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The Mack in the Benz
Sometimes you have to take a ride to stalk your ol' lady.
Relfections in the Benzito
Can't be out here putting faith in jezebels.
Got 'Em
Caught yo' ass.
Gotta Keep the Grass Cut
...so the snakes could show.
Revenge Is a Must
The return has begun.
Goons in Snakeskin Shoes
Mark Morrison is a style icon.
Don't Make Me...
...put these snakes up yo' ass.
Gotta Link Up with the Team
Your boys will always have your back.
He Had the Fire in the Briefcase
He has to get something off his chest in the form of the greatest song of all time.
Look What the Cat Dragged in
Oh, it's lit.
You Lied to Mehhh
Goddamn jezebel.
The Hand Movements Are Next Level
Sing that shit, Mark. Fuck her.
The Nerve
Too late to be coppin' pleas, ma.
Who Sits Like That?
What is her problem?
The Goons Are Back
Oops, pow, surprise!
F*ck Outta Here
Go home, heffa!
The Mack
He had her meet him in his office and then kicked her out. He's a legend.
Get Back on the Saddle
He had to pull up on her.
M.O.B.
Always and forever.