"Make It Hot" is the lead single from Nicole's debut album Make It Hot. The single was released on June 2, 1998, written by Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott, Tim Mosley, and Aleesha Richards, and produced by Timbaland. The song features Aleesha "Mocha" Richards and Elliott and uncredited vocals from Keli Nicole Price.
Music video
The official music video for the song was directed by Christopher Erskin. It takes place in a movie theater. It starts with Missy Elliott's voice coming first, then leads into Mocha's rap verse with Nicole standing beside her. Later, in another room, Nicole and her dancers are dancing to the music while Nicole is singing. Cameo appearances are made by Aaliyah, Keli Nicole Price, Ginuwine, Timbaland and Magoo. The video finishes with them singing the rest of the song and Nicole's dancers.
Chart performance "Make It Hot" reached number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100, number 2 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles and Tracks, number 5 on the Top 40 Mainstream, number 6 on the Rhythmic Top 40, and number 40 on the Top 40 Tracks.[ The song also hit number 22 on the UK charts.
Weekly charts Chart (1998)PeakpositionUK Singles (OCC)22US Billboard Hot 1005US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs2
Year-end charts Chart (1998)PositionUS Billboard Hot 10041
Certifications
Track listing Radio Version (featuring Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott & Mocha) - 4:05 Instrumental - 4:28 Acapella (featuring Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott & Mocha) - 3:48
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