I'm Up (song)
"I'm Up" | ||||
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Single by Omarion featuring French Montana and Kid Ink | ||||
Released | June 18, 2015 | |||
Recorded | 2015 | |||
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Length | 3:21 | |||
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Producer(s) | Nic Nac | |||
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"I'm Up" is a song by American recording artist Omarion, originally intended as the lead single for his upcoming sixth studio album Passport (2020). The track features verses by American rappers French Montana and Kid Ink. Production is handled by American record producer Nic Nac.
Background
The song premiered on the radio station Power 106 June 16, 2015, and was released for digital download on June 18.[1][2] The song was produced by Nic Nac who previously also produced "Loyal" and "Ayo" by Chris Brown and Tyga.[3][4]
Music video
The official music video premiered August 27, 2015 on Vevo.[5]
Critical reception
Upon release, "I'm Up" was well received by music critics. Rap-Up called the guest appearances of Ink and Montana "playful".[3] Music Times called the song "new summer anthem", also adding that "Montana comes through with auto-tune and Ink spits some catchy bars".[6] Candice Jones of Essence also gave a positive review to the song, writing, "It's a summer jam that is sure to have you dancing in your car or at your desk."[7] Peneliope Richards of Respect. stated that the song is not far away from being a summer hit, since the production is reminiscent of Chris Brown’s "Loyal".[8]
Charts
Chart (2015) | Peak position |
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US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles (Billboard)[9] | 9 |
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[10] | 41 |
US Rhythmic (Billboard)[11] | 29 |
US R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay (Billboard)[12] | 17 |
References
- ^ "Omarion Drops His New Single, "I'm Up," With Kid Ink and French Montana". Complex. Retrieved July 8, 2015.
- ^ "I'm Up (feat. Kid Ink & French Montana) - Single by Omarion". iTunes Stores. Retrieved July 8, 2015.
- ^ a b "New Music: Omarion feat. Kid Ink & French Montana – 'I'm Up'". Rap-Up. Retrieved July 8, 2015.
- ^ Goddard, Kevin (December 14, 2014). "Chris Brown & Tyga - Ayo". HotNewHipHop.com. Archived from the original on February 6, 2015. Retrieved July 8, 2015.
- ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kub8nNU5ZKA
- ^ "Omarion Teams Up With Kid Ink, French Montana for 'I'm Up' [LISTEN]". Music Times. Retrieved July 8, 2015.
- ^ "New Music: Omarion Releases New Song, 'I'm Up'". Essence. Retrieved July 18, 2015.
- ^ "NEW MUSIC: OMARION- "I'M UP" FT. KID INK & FRENCH MONTANA". Respect. Retrieved July 18, 2015.
- ^ "Omarion Chart History (Bubbling Under Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved October 13, 2015.
- ^ "Omarion Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved October 13, 2015.
- ^ "Omarion Chart History (Rhythmic)". Billboard. Retrieved October 13, 2015.
- ^ "Omarion Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay)". Billboard. Retrieved October 13, 2015.