Day Dreaming (DJ Drama song)
"Day Dreaming" is a song by American hip hop artist DJ Drama. The song serves as the lead single from his second studio album Gangsta Grillz: The Album (Vol. 2). The song, produced by Drumma Boy, features guest appearances from American singer Akon, and American rappers Snoop Dogg and T.I..[1] The song was released onto iTunes on February 9, 2009.[2] Originally, the song was meant for Akon's album Freedom, under the title "Go Go Dancer". The song peaked at #33 in New Zealand and #59 in Sweden, becoming DJ Drama's only entry in those countries.
"Day Dreaming" | ||||
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Single by DJ Drama featuring Akon, Snoop Dogg and T.I. | ||||
from the album Gangsta Grillz: The Album (Vol. 2) | ||||
Released | January 27, 2009 February 9, 2009 (iTunes) | |||
Recorded | 2008 | |||
Genre | Hip hop | |||
Length | 4:51 3:46 (radio edit) | |||
Label | Grand Hustle, Atlantic | |||
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Producer(s) | Drumma Boy | |||
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Music video
The music video was shot in Los Angeles and directed by Rage.[3] The video was released to MTV's Sucker Free on February 25, 2009.[4] The video features cameos by Lil Jon, Rich Boy, Red Cafe, Jay Rock, Glasses Malone, DeRay Davis, L.A. The Darkman, Drumma Boy, DJ Trendsetter Sense and JabbaWockeeZ.[5]
Charts
Chart (2009) | Peak position |
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Swedish Singles Chart | 59 |
New Zealand Singles Chart[6] | 33 |
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs | 88 |
References
- DJ Drama's New Single -- Featuring T.I., Akon and Snoop -- Hits The 'Net. MTV.com.
- Day Dreaming - iTunes single. iTunes. Accessed February 25, 2009.
- On Set of DJ Drama's "Day Dreaming" Video. Rap-Up.
- Drama - "Day Dreaming" music video. MTV. Accessed February 25, 2009.
- Video: DJ Drama f/ Akon, Snoop Dogg, & T.I.- "Day Dreaming". Rap-Up. Accessed February 25, 2009.
- New Zealand RIANZ Singles Chart Archived 2007-06-21 at WebCite Retrieved: May 26, 2009