Okay (JT song)
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| Single by JT | ||||
| from the album City Cinderella | ||||
| Released | April 26, 2024 | |||
| Genre | Hip hop | |||
| Length | 2:44 | |||
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| "Okay" on YouTube | ||||
| "Okay (Remix)" on YouTube | ||||
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.jpg) Cover art of the official remix featuring Jeezy | ||||
"Okay" is a song by American rapper JT, released on April 26, 2024, as the second single from her mixtape City Cinderella. It was produced by Akachi and Shawn Ferrari. An official remix of the song featuring American rapper Jeezy was released on June 28, 2024.
During the tracking week ending May 11, 2024, the song debuted at number 74 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking JT's first solo charting song. Following the release of its remix, the song re-entered the chart, reaching a new peak of number 72.
Background
[edit]On April 16, 2024, JT teased the song on social media, which later went viral.[1]
Critical reception
[edit]Megan Armstrong of Uproxx commented that "JT has gone hard for 'Okay,' her latest single that finds her bars going even harder" and "JT shouldn't have to try too hard to convince people on 'Okay,' considering the song oozes infectious confidence."[2] Chris Malone Mendez of Forbes wrote "And though the rapper lives on the West Coast, the song would fit in well in her Miami home."[3]
Controversy
[edit]The lyrics "She ate crab legs, now her whole tooth missin' / Cheap ass veneers, you stay talkin' shit / Put a marker to this bitch, she's so counterfeit" were apparently aimed at rapper Cardi B, who in March 2024 posted a video of herself with a missing tooth, explaining that one of her veneers "came out while chewing on a hard-ass bagel". JT and Cardi B have been feuding since 2022.[4] On Instagram, rapper Sukihana asked JT if the lyrics were directed at her, as Sukihana had broken her tooth while eating crab legs in 2022. Sukihana also said she did not feel like JT was dissing her, but wanted the clarification.[5]
Music video
[edit]An official music video premiered on April 29, 2024. It sees JT sporting Mowalola Ogunlesi-designed outfits and appearing in front of "vibrant backdrops",[6] and features appearances from models Alex Consani, Aweng Chuol, Jalen Hopson, and Zoe.[7]
Remix
[edit]The official remix of the song was released on June 28, 2024. It features Jeezy, who performs the first verse.[8] He references his divorce with Jeannie Mai, saying he is "single as a dollar bill"[9][10][11][12][13] and addressing Mai's claims of him endangering their young daughter by keeping guns in their house.[10][11][13] In addition, Jeezy raps about how he "stays hot" in the midst of the Drake–Kendrick Lamar feud and maintains his status one of the most influential figures in hip hop.[8][9][10][11]
Music video
[edit]A music video was released alongside the remix. Directed by Gerald Victor, it shows JT and Jeezy dressed in all black.[12]
Charts
[edit]| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
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| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[14] | 38 |
| UK Singles Downloads (OCC)[15] | 90 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[16] | 72 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[17] | 22 |
| US Rhythmic (Billboard)[18] | 20 |
References
[edit]- ^ Trapp, Malcolm (April 16, 2024). "JT announces upcoming solo single "Okay" with exciting teaser clip". Revolt. Retrieved July 13, 2024.
- ^ Armstrong, Megan (April 26, 2024). "JT Is More Than 'Okay' On Her Ultra Confident Single Ahead Of 'City Cinderella'". Uproxx. Retrieved July 13, 2024.
- ^ Mendez, Chris Malone (April 27, 2024). "JT Drops New Single 'Okay' From Debut Mixtape City Cinderella". Forbes. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ Setaro, Shawn (April 26, 2024). "City Girls' JT Seemingly Takes Shot At Cardi B On Hard-Hitting New Song 'Okay'". HipHopDX. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ "They keep tagging me @thegirljt can you clear the air ?". April 29, 2024. Retrieved July 14, 2024 – via Instagram.
- ^ Bernstein, Elaina (May 1, 2024). "JT Stunts In Mowalola-Directed "OKAY" Visual". Hypebeast. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ Inman, Demicia (April 30, 2024). "JT Sits Pretty In "Okay" Music Video". Vibe. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ a b Horvath, Zachary (June 28, 2024). "JT Grabs The Trap Rap OG Jeezy For Remix Of "OKAY"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ a b Mahadevan, Tara (June 28, 2024). "Jeezy Says He's 'Single as a Dollar Bill' on JT's "Okay" Remix". Complex. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ a b c Trapp, Malcolm (June 28, 2024). "Jeezy References Drake And Kendrick Lamar's Beef On JT's "Okay (Remix)"". Rap-Up. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ a b c Nevares, Gabriel Bras (June 29, 2024). "Jeezy Makes Light of Jeannie Mai Divorce on New Remix of JT's "Okay"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ a b Grant, Shawn (June 29, 2024). "JT and Jeezy Drop Fiery "Okay" Remix". The Source. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ a b Fitzgerald, Trent (June 29, 2024). "Jeezy Raps About Ex-Wife's Gun Claims From Divorce Battle on JT's 'Okay' Remix". XXL. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. May 6, 2024. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ "Official Singles Downloads Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ "Billboard Hot 100: Week of July 13, 2024". Billboard. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs: Week of July 13, 2024". Billboard. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ "Rhythmic Airplay: Week of August 24, 2024". Billboard. Retrieved August 20, 2024.