"Shawty Is a 10" (also known uncensored as "Shawty Is da Shit") is the debut single by American singer The-Dream, released on July 23, 2007 by Def Jam Recordings as the lead single for his debut studio album, Love/Hate (2007).Mariel Concepcion (September 28, 2007). 'Umbrella' Writer The-Dream Preps Solo Debut. Billboard. Accessed September 28, 2007. Def Jam signed The-Dream following the success of "Umbrella", a hit song he co-wrote for Rihanna. The track contains a guest verse from labelmate Fabolous, while songwriting and production handled by The-Dream alongside longtime collaborator Carlos McKinney.
Remixes The song has three remixes. The first, featuring Fabolous, was only intended to be used in the video; however, it was chosen for the album version as well.The-Dream & Fabolous – Shawty Is a 10 (Remix) . Clevver. Accessed October 4, 2007. The second remix, featuring R. Kelly and a new verse by The-Dream, was released on July 10, 2007; this version was released as the official remix. The third "extended remix" features Aaliyah, Kid Cudi, Keri Hilson and Aasim.
Swedish pop duo jj included a cover version of the song on their 2012 EP High Summer, titled "10".
Music video The video premiered on BET's 106 & Park on September 10, 2007. Cameo appearances include Jazze Pha, Mariah Carey, Keri Hilson, DJ Khaled and Yung Joc.
Charts
Weekly charts Chart (2007–2008) Peakposition US Pop 100 (Billboard)[ Pop 100 – Shawty Is a 10]. Billboard. Accessed November 8, 2007. 45
Year-end charts Chart (2007) Position US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard) 61 Chart (2008) Position US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard) 72
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