We Dem Boyz
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"We Dem Boyz" on YouTube |
"We Dem Boyz" is a song by American rapper
Background and composition
On February 6, 2014, Wiz Khalifa released a 15-second preview of "We Dem Boyz", announcing its full release to come in a few days.[1][2] Wiz Khalifa commented on his reasoning for releasing it as a single saying, "I like 'We Dem Boyz' as the first single because of the energy. It reaches so many audiences other than just a rap audience. It's kind of like how "Black and Yellow" was – a big sports song to get everybody riled. It's more of an anthem."[3]
The song features a boisterous, trap influenced instrumental driven by "thunderous" drums. On top of the production, Wiz Khalifa raps with a subtly
Release and promotion
On February 10, 2014, the song was premiered through a partnership with music identifying app Shazam.[5] When the preview video was "Shazamed", the song's full audio was unlocked on the app's feed.[6] It was the first song to be premiered by Shazam in history.[7] Then the following day, it was officially released as a digital download.[8]
On February 12, 2014, Wiz Khalifa held a release party for the single in
"We Dem Boyz" was featured in an episode of the TV series
Critical reception
"We Dem Boyz" was met with generally positive reviews from
Music video
The music video for "We Dem Boyz" was filmed in
Remixes
The official remix of "We Dem Boyz" features
Usage in media
The song was featured on the television shows .
The Dallas Cowboys often use the song for promotional purposes, as well as after big plays during home games.[23][24]
Awards and nominations
Year | Ceremony | Award | Result |
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2014 | 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards[25] | Best Hip Hop Video | Nominated |
Best Club Banger | |||
People's Champ Award | |||
2015 | 2015 Grammy Awards[26]
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Best Rap Song | Nominated |
Commercial performance
The song only achieved moderate commercial success and failed to outperform the lead singles from Khalifa's previous albums: in the United States,
Charts
Weekly charts
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Year-end charts
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Certifications
Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
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Canada (Music Canada)[39] | Platinum | 80,000‡ |
United Kingdom (BPI)[40] | Silver | 200,000‡ |
United States (RIAA)[41] | Platinum | 1,000,000‡ |
‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. |
Release history
Country | Date | Format | Label |
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United States | February 11, 2014[8] | Digital download | |
February 13, 2014[42] | Mainstream urban radio
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June 3, 2014[43] | Rhythmic contemporary radio | ||
United Kingdom | July 28, 2014[44] | Urban contemporary radio
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References
- ^ "New Music: Wiz Khalifa – 'We Dem Boyz' [Snippet]". Rap-Up.com. Retrieved February 21, 2014.
- ^ Stacy-Ann Ellis (February 6, 2014). "Listen: Wiz Khalifa Shares A Snippet Of New Single 'We Dem Boyz'". Vibe. Retrieved February 21, 2014.
- ^ Chris Payne. "Wiz Khalifa Talks 'Blacc Hollywood' & Hanging with Miley Cyrus: Watch". Billboard. Retrieved March 2, 2014.
- ^ "Wiz Khalifa – We Dem Boyz (Hol Up) | Stream". DJBooth.net. Retrieved February 21, 2014.
- ^ John Kennedy (February 10, 2014). "Wiz Khalifa To Drop Full 'We Dem Boyz' Single Today Via Shazam". Vibe. Retrieved February 21, 2014.
- ^ Tom Eames (February 10, 2014). "Wiz Khalifa to debut new single 'We Dem Boyz' on Shazam – Music News". Digital Spy. Retrieved February 21, 2014.
- ^ Emmanuel C.M. (February 10, 2014). "Wiz Khalifa "We Dem Boyz" – XXL". Xxlmag.com. Retrieved February 21, 2014.
- ^ a b "iTunes – Music – We Dem Boyz – Single by Wiz Khalifa". Itunes.apple.com. February 11, 2014. Retrieved February 21, 2014.
- ^ Diep, Eric (February 13, 2014). "Wiz Khalifa, Detail, Ty Dolla $ign And More Wild Out In "We Dem Boyz" Release Party – XXL". Xxlmag.com. Retrieved February 21, 2014.
- ^ James, Jesse. "Wiz Khalifa Performs 'We Dem Boyz' Live On Streetsweeper Radio | Video –". Stupiddope.com. Retrieved February 21, 2014.
- ^ Rys, Dan (March 5, 2014). "5 Biggest Moments From SXSW Friday – Page 4 of 6 – XXL". Xxlmag.com. Retrieved April 23, 2014.
- ^ Emmanuel C.M. (April 1, 2014). "Wiz Khalifa Performs On 'Arsenio' – XXL". Xxlmag.com. Retrieved April 23, 2014.
- ^ "3. Wiz Khalifa "We Dem Boyz" — The Best Songs of 2014 (So Far)". Complex. June 30, 2014. Retrieved July 12, 2014.
- ^ "The 10 Best Rap Songs of 2014". Billboard. December 11, 2014. Retrieved December 12, 2014.
- ^ a b Emmanuel C.M. (March 12, 2014). "Young Thug And RIch Homie Quan Are Putting Out A Joint Mixtape – XXL". Xxlmag.com. Retrieved April 23, 2014.
- ^ "MTV VMAs 2014 Winners List: Miley Cyrus, Katy Perry, Lorde, and More - SPIN".
- ^ "Wiz Khalifa f. Rick Ross, ScHoolboy Q & Nas – We Dem Boyz (Remix)". HipHop DX. July 3, 2014. Retrieved July 12, 2014.
- ^ Diep, Eric. "Tyga "We Dem Boyz (Remix)" – XXL". Xxlmag.com. Retrieved February 21, 2014.
- ^ "New Music: Wiz Khalifa f/ Tyga – 'We Dem Boyz (Remix)'". Rap-Up.com. February 17, 2014. Retrieved February 21, 2014.
- ^ "Listen to T.I.'s "We Dem Boyz (Hol Up)" Remix". Complex. April 13, 2014. Retrieved April 23, 2014.
- ^ Diep, Eric (May 6, 2014). "Busta Rhymes, O.T. Genasis And J-Doe "We Dem Boyz" (Remix)". XXL Magazine. Retrieved July 12, 2014.
- ^ "New Music: Puff Daddy Feat. Meek Mill & French Montana 'We Dem Boyz (Remix)'". Vibe. June 18, 2014. Retrieved July 12, 2014.
- ^ Oct 13, foxsports; ET, 2014 at 11:43a (2014-10-13). "Cowboys all business in 'We Dem Boyz' win over Seahawks". FOX Sports. Retrieved 2019-12-10.
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- ^ "Canadian single certifications – Wiz Khalifa – We Dem Boyz". Music Canada. Retrieved August 13, 2018.
- ^ "British single certifications – Wiz Khalifa – We Dem Boyz". British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved 12 January 2022.
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