Produced by The Alchemist , the track features a soulful, gritty beat that faced last-minute clearance issues. The original sample was replaced with live instrumentation and vocals from Nikki Greer to maintain its feel.

The name "Johnny P" carries two primary meanings in the context of hip-hop:

The song is famous for J. Cole ’s guest feature, which many fans and critics cite as one of the best verses of the decade. Cole reportedly performed the feature for free out of respect for Benny's "grind".

Released on January 28, 2022, as the lead single for Benny the Butcher's album Tana Talk 4 , the track is widely considered a modern classic.

It was Benny the Butcher’s first song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 and achieved RIAA Gold certification in 2023. 3. Key Themes & Lyrics