We Paid
"We Paid" | |
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Song by Lil Baby and 42 Dugg | |
from the album My Turn (Deluxe) | |
Released | May 1, 2020 |
Genre | Trap |
Length | 3:01 |
Label | |
Songwriter(s) | |
YouTube |
"We Paid" is a song by American rappers
Background
According to 42 Dugg, the song came about after connecting with Lil Baby during the
Composition and lyrics
The song opens with 42 Dugg's signature whistle.
Critical reception
Alphonse Pierre of
Commercial performance
The song peaked at number 1 on US
Music video
The song's official video, directed by KeeMotion,[16] was released on May 6, 2020.[6]
Concept
Set in Atlanta, the video stays relevant to its title, finding the rappers flaunting their riches and merging Atlanta and Detroit's (the rappers' respective hometowns) car culture. They are seen driving in their own black Hellcats, performing various manoeuvres, including donuts and burning out, while a grey Corvette that moves through the Hellcats makes an appearance. The video also documents a minor crash.[6]
Awards and nominations
Year | Organization | Award | Result | Ref. |
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2020 | MTV Video Music Awards
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Song of Summer | Nominated | [17] |
Charts
Weekly charts
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Year-end charts
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Certifications
Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
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Brazil (Pro-Música Brasil)[28] | Gold | 20,000‡ |
United Kingdom (BPI)[29] | Silver | 200,000‡ |
United States (RIAA)[30] | 5× Platinum | 5,000,000‡ |
‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. |
References
- ^ "42 Dugg Breaks Down the Meaning of "We Paid"".
- ^ lilbaby-1 (April 9, 2020). ""My Turn Deluxe" Otw". Archived from the original on 2021-12-24. Retrieved June 15, 2020 – via Instagram.
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- ^ "Five Burning Questions: What's in the Lead For Song of the Summer?". Billboard. June 17, 2020. Retrieved June 17, 2020.
- ^ "Top 100: USA by Apple Music on Apple Music". Apple Music. Archived from the original on June 24, 2020. Retrieved June 24, 2020.
- ^ Rashed, Ayana (June 16, 2020). "42 Dugg To Release Deluxe Version Of Young & Turnt 2 On June 19". Respect. Retrieved June 17, 2020.
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- ^ "Vote Now – Nominees for 2021 MTV Video Music Awards". MTV.
- ^ "Lil Baby, CAN". Billboard. Retrieved July 7, 2020.
- ^ "IRMA – Irish Charts". Irish Recorded Music Association. Retrieved July 17, 2020.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. July 6, 2020. Retrieved July 4, 2020.
- ^ "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved July 3, 2020.
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- ^ "Top 100 Songs, June 26, 2020 - July 2, 2020". Rolling Stone. Retrieved July 7, 2020.
- ^ "Hot 100 Songs – Year-End 2020". Billboard. Retrieved December 4, 2020.
- ^ "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – Year-End 2020". Billboard. Retrieved December 4, 2020.
- ^ "R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay Songs". Billboard. Retrieved May 25, 2022.
- ^ "Brazilian single certifications – Lil Baby – We Paid" (in Portuguese). Pro-Música Brasil. Retrieved 20 February 2024.
- ^ "British single certifications – Lil Baby Ft 42 Dugg – We Paid". British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved August 7, 2022.
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