"Okay" is a song by American rapper JT, released on April 26, 2024 as the second single form her upcoming 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.
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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 | ||||
Background
editOn April 16, 2024, JT teased the song on social media.[1]
Critical reception
editMegan 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]
Response
editThe 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
editAn 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
editThe 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
editA 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 |
References
edit- ^ Trapp, Malcolm (April 16, 2024). "JT announces upcoming solo single "OKAY" with exciting teaser clip". Revolt. Retrieved 13 July 2024.
- ^ Armstrong, Megan (April 26, 2024). "JT Is More Than 'Okay' On Her Ultra Confident Single Ahead Of 'City Cinderella'". Uproxx. Retrieved 13 July 2024.
- ^ Mendez, Chris Malone (April 27, 2024). "JT Drops New Single 'Okay' From Debut Mixtape 'City Cinderella'". Forbes. Retrieved 14 July 2024.
- ^ Setaro, Shawn (April 26, 2024). "City Girls' JT Seemingly Takes Shot At Cardi B On Hard-Hitting New Song 'Okay'". HipHopDX. Retrieved 14 July 2024.
- ^ "They keep tagging me @thegirljt can you clear the air ?". Instagram. April 29, 2024. Retrieved 14 July 2024.
- ^ Bernstein, Elaina (May 1, 2024). "JT Stunts In Mowalola-Directed "OKAY" Visual". Hypebeast. Retrieved 14 July 2024.
- ^ Inman, Demicia (April 30, 2024). "JT Sits Pretty In "OKAY" Music Video". Vibe. Retrieved 14 July 2024.
- ^ a b Horvath, Zachary (June 28, 2024). "JT Grabs The Trap Rap OG Jeezy For Remix Of "OKAY"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 14 July 2024.
- ^ a b Mahadevan, Tara (June 28, 2024). "Jeezy Says He's 'Single as a Dollar Bill' on JT's "Okay" Remix". Complex. Retrieved 14 July 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 14 July 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 14 July 2024.
- ^ a b Grant, Shawn (June 29, 2024). "JT and Jeezy Drop Fiery "OKAY" Remix". The Source. Retrieved 14 July 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 14 July 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.