The song is a masterclass in the chemistry between Cena and his first cousin, Tha Trademarc. Unlike the "gimmick" rap often associated with professional wrestlers, Cena’s approach was rooted in a genuine, lifelong obsession with the culture.
: A recurring theme in the song is the dismissal of "industry" rappers in favor of raw talent. Trademarc’s lyrics often highlight his "knowledge of self" over monetary status, a sentiment he would later carry into his solo work and his time in TNA Wrestling. Cultural and Musical Impact John Cena and tha Trademarc - What Now
: Predka brought a gritty, technical underground edge to the track, often handling the more complex multi-syllabic rhyme schemes that gave the album its "street" credibility. The song is a masterclass in the chemistry
"What Now" functions as a rhetorical question aimed at critics who expected the album to be a flash-in-the-pan novelty. Trademarc’s lyrics often highlight his "knowledge of self"