Dose (song) explained

Dose (song) should not be confused with Overdose (Ciara song).

Dose
Cover:Ciara - Dose.png
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Type:single
Artist:Ciara
Album:Beauty Marks
Released:September 14, 2018
Studio:Beauty Marks Studios
Genre:R&B
Producer:Rodney Jerkins
Prev Title:Freak Me
Prev Year:2018
Next Title:Greatest Love
Next Year:2019

"Dose" is a song recorded by American singer Ciara released on September 14, 2018. The song was composed by Rodney Jerkins, Ciara, Carmen Reece and Sam Fischer.[1]

Background and composition

"Dose" was written by Ciara, Rodney Jerkins, Carmen Reece and Sam Fischer, and produced (also co-wrote) by Rodney Jerkins.[2]

The song is a bass-heavy, drumline beat track played by a marching band. It contains lyrics of strength and female empowerment.[3]

Live performances

She has performed the song at the 2018 American Music Awards as a medley with "Level Up".[4] The song was also performed on Bruno Mars24K Magic World Tour, where Ciara served as an opening act.[5]

Music video

The music video for "Dose" was released on October 25, 2018, Ciara's 33rd birthday. It was directed by Ciara, Jamaica Craft and Diane Martel, who all also choreographed the video.[6]

The video gives a tribute to Atlanta, Georgia, which is the singer's hometown. The video features known faces including the mayor of Atlanta, Keisha Lance Bottoms and also hip hop dancer Jaylah Johnson.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 'Dose' by Ciara. SongMeaningSandFacts.
  2. Web site: NEW MUSIC: Ciara - 'Dose'. Rap-Up.
  3. Web site: Ciara - "Dose". Stereogum.
  4. Web site: Watch Ciara & Missy Elliott Perform Energetic Medley of 'Level Up' & 'Dose' at 2018 AMAs. Billboard.
  5. Web site: Bruno Mars Taps Ciara, Boyz II Men, Ella Mai, Charlie Wilson for '24K Magic' Tour. Rolling Stone.
  6. Web site: WATCH: Ciara's "Dose" Music Video. October 27, 2018. Gossiponthis.com. February 18, 2019.
  7. Web site: R&B Digital Song Sales – September 29, 2018. Billboard. April 3, 2019.