"It's a Shame" was a standalone single that found Kris Kross moving towards a more mature R&B-influenced sound, diverging from the hardcore rap of their debut. The track was produced by Jermaine Dupri and features a sample of the 1983 Rick James hit "Fire and Desire".
- The single reached number 70 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- The music video for "It's a Shame" featured the duo performing in various urban settings, with cameo appearances from other Ruffhouse Records artists.
- Despite its moderate chart performance, "It's a Shame" is often cited as an example of Kris Kross's musical evolution during their career.
Kris Kross were an Atlanta, Georgia-based hip-hop duo composed of Jermaine Dupri and Chris Kelly. They were best known for their distinctive style of wearing their clothes backward. In 1993, they were one of the most popular rap acts in the country, following the massive success of their 1992 debut album Totally Krossed Out.
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