I'm Up (song) explained

I'm Up
Cover:OmarionUp.jpg
Type:single
Artist:Omarion featuring French Montana and Kid Ink
Released:June 18, 2015
Recorded:2015
Length:3:21
Producer:Nic Nac
Chronology:Omarion
Prev Title:Post to Be
Prev Year:2014
Next Title:I'm Sayin'
Next Year:2015

"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". 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]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Omarion Drops His New Single, "I'm Up," With Kid Ink and French Montana. Complex. July 8, 2015.
  2. Web site: I'm Up (feat. Kid Ink & French Montana) - Single by Omarion. iTunes Stores. 18 June 2015. July 8, 2015.
  3. Web site: New Music: Omarion feat. Kid Ink & French Montana – 'I'm Up'. Rap-Up. July 8, 2015.
  4. Web site: Goddard . Kevin . Chris Brown & Tyga - Ayo . HotNewHipHop.com . December 14, 2014 . July 8, 2015 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150116120352/http://www.hotnewhiphop.com/chris-brown-and-tyga-ayo-new-song.1960857.html . January 16, 2015 . live .
  5. Archived at Ghostarchive and the Wayback Machine: Web site: Omarion Ft. Kid Ink & French Montana - I'm Up (Official Music Video) . YouTube.
  6. Web site: Omarion Teams Up With Kid Ink, French Montana for 'I'm Up' [LISTEN]]. Music Times. 17 June 2015. July 8, 2015.
  7. Web site: New Music: Omarion Releases New Song, 'I'm Up'. Essence. July 18, 2015.
  8. Web site: NEW MUSIC: OMARION- "I'M UP" FT. KID INK & FRENCH MONTANA. Respect.. July 18, 2015.