"Shawty Is a 10" (also known uncensored as "Shawty Is Da Shit") is the debut single by American singer, songwriter and record producer The-Dream. It was the first single released for his debut studio album, Love/Hate.[1] The song was released by Def Jam Recordings, whose label-heads signed The-Dream following the success of the single he wrote for their artist Shareefa — "Need a Boss".[2] The track contains a guest verse from labelmate Fabolous, while songwriting and production handled by The-Dream alongside longtime collaborator Rodney Jerkins.
| "Shawty is a 10" | ||||
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| Single by The-Dream featuring Fabolous | ||||
| from the album Love/Hate | ||||
| Released | July 10, 2007 | |||
| Recorded | 2007 | |||
| Genre | Hip hop, R&B | |||
| Length | 4:22 (Album Version ft. Fabolous) 4:03 (Single Version ft. Fabolous) 3:50 (Original No Rap Edit) | |||
| Label | Radio Killa/Def Jam | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Terius Nash | |||
| Producer(s) | Los Da Mystro, The-Dream | |||
| The-Dream singles chronology | ||||
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| Alternate cover | ||||
.jpg) Cover for the uncensored version, "Shawty Is Da Shit". | ||||
Remixes
editThe song has three remixes. The first, featuring Fabolous, was only intended to be used in the video; however, it was chosen for the album version as well.[3] The second remix, featuring R. Kelly and a new verse by The-Dream, was released on July 10, 2007; this version was released as the official remix. The third "extended remix" features Aaliyah, Kid Cudi, Keri Hilson and Aasim.
Swedish pop duo jj included a cover version of the song on their 2012 EP High Summer, titled "10".
Music video
editThe video premiered on BET's 106 & Park on September 10, 2007. Cameo appearances include Jazze Pha, Mariah Carey, Keri Hilson, DJ Khaled and Yung Joc.
Charts
editWeekly charts
edit| Chart (2007–2008) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| New Zealand (Recorded Music NZ)[4] | 36 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[5] | 17 |
| US Pop 100 (Billboard)[6] | 45 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[7] | 6 |
| US Rhythmic (Billboard)[8] | 8 |
Year-end charts
edit| Chart (2007) | Position |
|---|---|
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[9] | 61 |
| Chart (2008) | Position |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[10] | 72 |
Certifications
edit| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| United States (RIAA)[11] | Gold | 500,000^ |
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^ Shipments figures based on certification alone. | ||
References
edit- ^ Mariel Concepcion (September 28, 2007). 'Umbrella' Writer The-Dream Preps Solo Debut. Billboard. Accessed September 28, 2007.
- ^ "The-Dream Breaks Down Debut Album 'Love Hate' for 10-Year Anniversary". 12 December 2017.
- ^ The-Dream & Fabolous – Shawty Is a 10 (Remix) Archived October 11, 2007, at the Wayback Machine. Clevver. Accessed October 4, 2007.
- ^ "The Dream – Shawty Is A 10". Top 40 Singles. Retrieved February 19, 2021.
- ^ "The-Dream Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved February 19, 2021.
- ^ Pop 100 – Shawty Is a 10. Billboard. Accessed November 8, 2007.
- ^ "The-Dream Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved February 19, 2021.
- ^ "The-Dream Chart History (Rhythmic)". Billboard. Retrieved February 19, 2021.
- ^ "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – Year-End 2007". Billboard. Retrieved February 19, 2021.
- ^ "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – Year-End 2008". Billboard. Retrieved February 19, 2021.
- ^ "American single certifications – The-Dream – Shawty Is a 10". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 19, 2021.