| "Heat" | ||||
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| Single byChris Brown featuringGunna | ||||
| from the albumIndigo | ||||
| Released | August 27, 2019 (2019-8-27) | |||
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| Length | 4:22 | |||
| Label | RCA | |||
| Songwriter(s) | ||||
| Producer(s) | Buddah Bless | |||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Heat" onYouTube | ||||
"Heat" is a song by American singerChris Brown featuring American rapperGunna. It was released digitally on June 20, 2019, as apromotional single from Brown's ninth studio album,Indigo (2019).[2] "Heat" was then released as the album's fifth official single on August 27, 2019.[3]
"Heat" is anR&B andtrap song with lyrics mixing themes of luxury and lust. The song peaked at number 36 on the USBillboard Hot 100 chart, and topped theRhythmic Airplay chart, unseating Brown's previous single, "No Guidance", at the top spot.[4] The song was certified quadruple platinum by theRecording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
The music video for "Heat" was released on August 30, 2019, and was directed by Brown and Edgar Esteves. The video features Brown and Gunna as retail associates at a high-end clothing designer's shop, and was praised for its visuals and choreographies.
"Heat" was unexpectedly teased one day before its release onChris Brown'sInstagram account. The song was released on June 20, 2019, as a promotional single from Brown's ninth studio album,Indigo,[2] and then sent tomainstream urban radio as the album's fifth single on August 27, 2019.[3]
"Heat" is a mid-tempoR&B song,[5][3][6] produced by American record producerBuddah Bless.[7] The song's lyrical content mixes themes ofluxury andlust, combining high-fashion and sex appeal.[8] Brown makes use of thelingo "drip", which is a term to describe good-looking outfits.[9] Its instrumental was described as "a sleek, minimalist beat characterized by its steady bassline, shimmering synths, and crisp percussion", while the artists’ provide "smooth vocal delivery" suggesting "a laid-back yet seductive vibe".[6] "Heat"'s musicality blends the stylistic of R&B music with strongtrap influences.[10] The chorus speaks to a female character and reveals her and Brown’s sexual intentions.[11]
Urban Islandz commended both artists' performances on the track, stating "Chris Brown as usual graces the beat with smooth vocals and impeccable melodic runs. Gunna‘s performance did not disappoint either as he gave us the perfect second verse to complement Breezy’s flow and storyline."[11]P.M. News called it a "captivating" track.[12]Billboard described "Heat" as a "four-minutebraggadocious ballad".[13]Vibe praised Gunna's "hard-hitting yet fluent lyrics".[14]
The music video for "Heat" was released on August 30, 2019, and was directed by Brown and Edgar Esteves. The music video features Brown and Gunna as retail associates at a high-end clothing designer's shop called ‘Indigo’, where an eager line of women are clamoring to shop for clothes.[8] Brown and Gunna assist them with apparel, ending up in a sexual situation, alternating scenes where Brown and his dancing crew are executing complex choreographies.[15][11][8][16] According toThe List, the "sentiments of lust and luxury are amplified in the video, with its stark color palette of mostly black, white, and silver, with blazes of hot pink and red".[8] The video's choreography features someKappa Alpha Psi andPhi Beta Sigma dance moves.[17][18]
Billboard commented that "Brown’s typically fluid choreography juxtaposes the perfectly lined up silhouette of the ladies, a visual reminiscent of aKanye West fashion show".[13]The List commented that "The clean lines, and bright lights evoke fashion week as much as a car show, especially when the women are all dressed up and standing in a grid that Brown and Gunna move through, admiring the display.[8]Urban Islandz praised Brown's acting in the video, and its "incredible choreography".[11]Rated R&B described the video as "cinematic", and complimented the "slick dance moves"[19]The Source said that Brown in the video "is seen perfectly coiffed dressed to the nines as he stepped right out ofGQ".[18]Rap-Up called it a "stylish" video, praising Brown'sfootwork.[20]
| Year | Ceremony | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | ASCAP Pop Music Awards | Most Performed Songs | Won | [21] |
| ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Awards | Award-Winning R&B/Hip-Hop & Rap Songs | Won | [22] | |
| BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards | Most Performed R&B/Hip-Hop Songs | Won | [23] | |
| iHeartRadio Music Awards | R&B Song of the Year | Nominated | [24] |
"Heat" debuted at number 77 on the USBillboard Hot 100 chart, on the week of September 14, 2019.[25] After climbing the chart for ten weeks, the song eventually peaked at number 36 on the chart.[26] "Heat" also topped the USRhythmic Airplay chart. This became Brown's 11th number one on the chart, and his second during 2019, having previously logged four non-consecutive weeks in the top spot in 2019 with "No Guidance".[27] "Heat" moved Brown up to fourth-equal on the list of artists with most number-one songs on the chart.[27] This also became Gunna's first number one on the chart.[27]
Credits adapted from the album's liner notes.
Weekly charts[edit]
| Year-end charts[edit]
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| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand (RMNZ)[37] | Platinum | 30,000‡ |
| United Kingdom (BPI)[38] | Silver | 200,000‡ |
| United States (RIAA)[39] | 4× Platinum | 4,000,000‡ |
‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
| Country | Date | Format | Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| Various[2] | June 20, 2019 | Digital download | RCA |
| United States[3] | August 27, 2019 | Mainstream urban radio |