"Long Story Short" is a song by American rappers 2 Chainz and Lil Wayne, released on November 10, 2023, as the second single from their collaborative studio album Welcome 2 Collegrove (2023). Produced by Mannie Fresh, Big K.R.I.T. and Juicy J, it contains a sample of "Out There" by Project Pat.
"Long Story Short" | ||||
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Single by 2 Chainz and Lil Wayne | ||||
from the album Welcome 2 Collegrove | ||||
Released | November 10, 2023 | |||
Length | 3:30 | |||
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"Long Story Short" on YouTube |
Background
editThe song and its music video were teased on social media on November 8, 2023. Before being released, it was rumored to feature Juicy J.[1]
Composition
editOver the sample, the artists rap about their ways of life, with lyrics centering on the notion of living life to the fullest.[2] Lil Wayne opens the song with the chorus, in which he details his wild lifestyle,[3][2] while 2 Chainz's verse is about successfully balancing family life and business.[2]
Critical reception
editTallie Spencer of HotNewHipHop gave a positive review of the song, praising the chemistry of 2 Chainz and Lil Wayne.[4]
Music video
editThe music video was directed by Maya Table and released alongside the single. In it, the rappers show off two Mercedes coupes,[2][3] and ride in one of them through Los Angeles.[3]
Live performances
editOn November 13, 2023, 2 Chainz and Lil Wayne performed the song on Jimmy Kimmel Live!.[5]
Charts
editChart (2023) | Peak position |
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US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles (Billboard)[6] | 6 |
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[7] | 40 |
References
edit- ^ Horvath, Zachary (November 8, 2023). "2 Chainz And Lil Wayne Tease "Long Story Short" From "Welcome 2 ColleGrove"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 23 November 2023.
- ^ a b c d Cho, Regina (November 10, 2023). "Lil Wayne, 2 Chainz Ride Around In Style In "Long Story Short" Video". Vibe. Retrieved 23 November 2023.
- ^ a b c Powell, Jon (November 13, 2023). "2 Chainz and Lil Wayne drop off new visual for "Long Story Short"". Revolt. Retrieved 23 November 2023.
- ^ Spencer, Tallie (November 10, 2023). "Lil Wayne And 2 Chainz Return With New Single "Long Story Short"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 23 November 2023.
- ^ "2 Chainz, Lil Wayne - Long Story Short (Live From Jimmy Kimmel Live! / 2023)". YouTube. November 14, 2023. Retrieved 23 November 2023.
- ^ "2 Chainz Chart History (Bubbling Under Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved November 28, 2023.
- ^ "2 Chainz Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved November 23, 2023.