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"You Be Illin'" by Run-D.M.C. is a 1986 hip-hop track from their multi-platinum album Raising Hell. Produced by Rick Rubin and the group, the song uses humor to mock people who act foolish, make awkward mistakes, or embarrass themselves in public. Song Background and Release Released in late 1986 as the third single from Raising Hell. Followed the massive success of their rap-rock crossover "Walk This Way". Reached number 12 on the R&B charts and entered the pop top 30.Lyrical Themes and Humor Tells funny stories of people acting "illin'" (behaving crazy, foolish, or clueless).Describes comical blunders like trying to order a Big Mac at a chicken restaurant or eating dog food by mistake. Focuses on social awkwardness and bad decisions at parties. To experience the track, you can listen to the official audio recording of You Be Illin'.