| "Take It to the Head" |
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| Single by DJ Khaled featuring Chris Brown, Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne |
| from the album Kiss the Ring |
| Released |
April 3, 2012 (2012-04-03) |
| Recorded |
2012 |
| Genre |
Hip hop |
| Length |
4:24 |
| Label |
We The Best/Terror Squad/Young Money/Cash Money/Universal Republic |
| Writer(s) |
C. Brown, O. Maraj, K. Khaled, K. Cossum, W. Roberts, D. Carter, A. Harr, J. Jackson, A. Davidson, S. Davidson[1] |
| Producer |
The Runners, The Monarch |
| DJ Khaled singles chronology |
"Legendary"
(2011) |
"Take It to the Head"
(2012) |
"Cold"
(2012) |
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"Take It to the Head" is a song by American hip hop artist DJ Khaled, released as the lead single from his sixth studio album, Kiss the Ring. The song features American singer Chris Brown and rappers Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne.The song was premiered via DJ Khaled's Twitter on March 26, 2012.[2] It was later released for digital download in the United States on April 3, 2012.[3] The single has sold over 500,000 copies and certified Gold by the RIAA.[4]
Music video[edit]
The video was filmed on April 30, 2012 in Universal Studios California. It was directed by Colin Tilley.[5] It premiered on May 20, 2012 on MTV2 Sucker Free and it was uploaded on DJ Khaled's Vevo account on May 25. In addition to Khaled and the track's featured artists, the video features cameos from rappers Drake, Birdman, Busta Rhymes and Mack Maine. The video takes place at The BART. Brown appears in a cage as he sings the chorus. Rick Ross performs his verse on the sidelines of the train tracks as during the verse, Drake appears. Then Minaj raps her verse sitting on the train tracks as gasoline barrels on fire behind her. Then Wayne performs on the back of a destroyed train as Busta Rhymes, Mack Maine and Birdman make small appearances during Wayne's verse.
Live performances[edit]
Minaj and Wayne performed the song during Minaj's Pepsi Promotional Show as a part of her Pink Friday Tour. Minaj has also recited her verse on her Pink Friday: Reloaded Tour.
Charts and certifications[edit]
Weekly charts[edit]
Year-end charts[edit]
Certifications[edit]
Release history[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ Alexis, Nadeska (March 27, 2012). "DJ Khaled Taps Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, Chris Brown For 'Take It To The Head'". MTV. Viacom. Retrieved April 11, 2012.
- ^ Listen To DJ Khaled’s All-Star Single “Take It To The Head” | Music News, Reviews, and Gossip on Idolator.com
- ^ a b "Take It To The Head: DJ Khaled: MP3 Downloads". Amazon.com. Retrieved 2012-04-02.
- ^ Rap Radar :: DJ Khaled “Take It To The Head” Goes Gold
- ^ http://twitter.com/#!/ColinTilley/status/197092536291033088
- ^ "DJ Khaled Album & Song Chart History" Billboard Hot 100 for DJ Khaled. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved 2012-04-05.
- ^ "DJ Khaled Album & Song Chart History" Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Songs for DJ Khaled. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved 2012-04-05.
- ^ "DJ Khaled Album & Song Chart History" Billboard Rap Songs for DJ Khaled. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved 2012-04-16.
- ^ "R&B/Hip-Hop Songs - 2012 Year End Charts". Billboard.com. Retrieved 2012-12-17.
- ^ "Rap Songs - 2012 Year End Charts". Billboard.com. Retrieved 2012-12-17.
- ^ "American single certifications – DJ Khaled featuring Rick Ross, Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne – Take It to the Head". Recording Industry Association of America. If necessary, click Advanced, then click Format, then select Single, then click SEARCH
- ^ Top 40 Rhythmic Future Releases | R&B Song and Hip-Hop Music Release Dates |
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