Best on Earth
"Best on Earth" (stylized in all caps) is a song by American rapper Russ featuring rapper Bia. It was released as the fourth single from Russ's fourteenth studio album Shake the Snow Globe (2020) on October 17, 2019. The song was produced by Boi-1da and Jahaan Sweet, and samples "Some Cut" by American hip hop group Trillville.[1] So far, it is Russ and Bia's highest-charting song.[2]
"Best on Earth" | ||||
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Single by Russ featuring Bia | ||||
from the album Shake the Snow Globe | ||||
Released | October 17, 2019 | |||
Length | 2:40 | |||
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"Best on Earth" on YouTube |
Music video
A music video was released on November 5, 2019. In it, Russ and Bia are at a party with many women twerking and draped in lingerie. "Russ also covers the basement floor in dollar bills, as he sits down to take in the scene and enjoy some hookah."[3]
Reception
On October 18, 2019, Rihanna took to Instagram to post a video of the song with the captions, "thank you @bia and @russ for my new fav song #BestOnEarth".[4] The two rappers both received a cosign from Rihanna, which they expressed appreciation for.[5]
Charts
Chart (2019–2020) | Peak position |
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US Billboard Hot 100[6] | 46 |
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[7] | 22 |
US Rhythmic (Billboard)[8] | 1 |
Certifications
Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
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United States (RIAA)[9] | Platinum | 1,000,000 |
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References
- Marie, Erika (October 18, 2019). "Russ & Bia Share Their Naughty Sides On "BEST ON EARTH"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 2020-05-23.
- Anderson, Trevor (2020-03-26). "Russ & Bia's 'Best On Earth' Tops Rhythmic Songs". Billboard. Retrieved 2020-05-23.
- Saponara, Michael (2019-11-05). "Russ & Bia's 'Best On Earth' Video: Watch". Billboard. Retrieved 2020-05-23.
- "Rihanna Names Russ & Bia's "BEST ON EARTH" Her "New Fav Song"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 2020-06-12.
- "BIA Talks The Power Of Rihanna's Co-Sign And Independent Journey". Vibe. Retrieved 2020-06-12.
- "Russ Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- "Russ Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- "Russ Chart History (Rhythmic)". Billboard. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- "American single certifications – Russ – Best on Earth". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved May 13, 2020. If necessary, click Advanced, then click Format, then select Single, then click SEARCH.