"Ain't I" is a song by American rapperYung L.A., released as his debut single on November 25, 2008 viaGrand Hustle andInterscope Records. The song was intended to be thelead single from his then-debut albumFuturistic Leland, which was later shelved. The song, produced by B Franks, featuresguest appearances from his then-mentorYoung Dro and Grand Hustle label-bossT.I., after the tworemixed the song to release it commercially. Upon its release, the song reached number 47 on the USBillboard Hot 100 chart, on March 28, 2009.[2] The single is a remix of the original version, which features Grand Hustle label-mateBig Kuntry King.[3] "Ain't I" was nominated for "Best Collaboration" at theBET Awards.
The Kai Crawford-directedmusic video was released onBET's106 & Park on December 9, 2008. The video featurescameo appearances fromDJ Drama andLil Duval. It managed to peak at number 2 on106 & Park and ranked at number 87 on BET'sNotarized: Top 100 Videos of 2009 countdown.[4]
