Bow Chicka Wow Wow

Mike Posner

About Bow Chicka Wow Wow

"Bow Chicka Wow Wow" is a song by American recording artist Mike Posner from his debut album 31 Minutes to Takeoff (2010). The song was co-written by Posner, and produced by Cisse Methods and production teams The Smeezingtons. A remix of the song, featuring a verse by American rapper Lil Wayne, was released as the album's third single on February 3, 2011. Wayne appeared in the music video of the song as well. Posner performed the single on The Ellen DeGeneres Show on April 19, 2011. The song's video is listed in the showcase library of National Geographic Music India. 


Year:
2010
3:16
315 

 Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer

Once I throw on this, once I throw on this
It's over girl
Once I throw on this, once I throw on this
It's over girl

I hear you knock knock knock baby come on up
I hope you got got got something in yo' cup
'Cause I'm three shots deep and I ain't tryna sleep
Get your Red Bull on cause I'm ready
You've been playin' hard to get with me all night
We both know exactly what you want right
Don't tell me what you won't do
Tell me what you gon' do what you gon' do
Once I throw on this bow-chick-a-wow-wow

What you gonna say
You act like you gon leave
But I know you gon' stay
Break it down break it down down
Girl don't even play
Once I set the mood right

I'ma make sound like I'ma make you sound like
Are you tryna make me late wait wait till the second date
But I can't can't can't even contemplate
Waiting one more minute lemme jump in it
I brought you flowers and a teddy
You've been playin' hard to get with me all night
We both know exactly what you want right

Don't tell me what you gon' do
Tell me what you gon' do what you gon' do
Once I throw on this bow-chicka-wow-wow
What you gonna say, you act like you gon leave
But I know you gon' stay, break it down break it down down
Girl don't even play once I set the mood right

I'ma make you sound like
Yeah I can make you sound like
Now I ain't even gotta say shit
To make you feel alive girl you know you like that
Ow-oh-ow-oh-ow-ow-oh
Say I ain't even gotta say shit
To make you feel alive girl you know you like that
Ow-oh-ow-oh-ow-ow-oh

Once I throw on this bow-chicka-wow-wow
What you gonna say, you act like you gon leave
But I know you gon' stay
Break it down break it down down
Girl don't even play once I set the mood right
I'ma make you sound like, yeah I'ma I'ma make ya

Once I throw on this, once I throw on this
It's over girl
Once I throw on this, once I throw on this
It's over girl

 The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com


Mike Posner

Michael Robert "Mike" Posner (born February 12, 1988) is an American singer, songwriter, and producer. Posner released his debut album, 31 Minutes to Takeoff, on August 10, 2010. The album includes the Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 single "Cooler Than Me," his second single, "Please Don't Go," as well as his third single, "Bow Chicka Wow Wow". He is also known for writing and producing "Boyfriend" by Justin Bieber, "Beneath Your Beautiful" by Labrinth, as well as songs for Big Sean, 2 Chainz, Wiz Khalifa, and Snoop Dogg. more »

2 fans

Written by: CHRISTOPHER BROWN, DWAYNE CARTER, PHILIP LAWRENCE, ARI LEVINE, BRUNO MARS, MIKE POSNER

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind


12 facts about this song

"31 Minutes to Takeoff."
Release Information: "Bow Chicka Wow Wow" was released as a single on February 3, 2011. It is from Mike Posner's debut studio album,
Chart Performance
The song reached number 30 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the USA, making it one of the successful singles from the album.
Collaboration
This song is not originally by Lil Wayne. Rather, he was featured in a remixed version of the track, which added to its popularity.
Song Composition
The song belongs to the genres pop and R&B. It was composed by writers Mike Posner, Matthew Musto (better known as Blackbear), and J.R. Rotem.
Music Video
The music video, released in February 2011, features a cameo by actress Minka Kelly, who plays Posner's love interest.
Lyrics Content
The song is essentially about charming a girl who's playing hard to get, using flattery and wit.
Song Length
The version of "Bow Chicka Wow Wow" featuring Lil Wayne runs for approximately 3 minutes and 43 seconds.
The song's Impact
The song increased Mike Posner's popularity significantly, boosting his status in the music industry.
Song Recording
The song was recorded at the Chalice Recording Studios in Los Angeles, California.
Award Nominations
Although the song did not win any awards, it earned a considerable amount of airplay on mainstream radio stations across the United States.
Live Performances
Mike Posner has performed "Bow Chicka Wow Wow" live at several music concerts and festivals, often as a part of his setlist.
Song Reception
The song received generally positive reviews from music critics. Many praised the catchiness of the track and the charm in Posner's vocals.

Discuss the Bow Chicka Wow Wow Lyrics with the community:

0 Comments

    Citation

    Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:

    Style:MLAChicagoAPA

    "Bow Chicka Wow Wow Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 24 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/20986715/Mike+Posner/Bow+Chicka+Wow+Wow>.

    Missing lyrics by Mike Posner?

    Know any other songs by Mike Posner? Don't keep it to yourself!

    Watch the song video

    Bow Chicka Wow Wow

    44.9M
    221.3K     13,444

    Top Hot 100 Songs 2011

    Billboard #30


    Browse Lyrics.com

    Quiz

    Are you a music master?

    »
    Who 'Walks On Minks' as a rapper and trapper?
    A Pop smoke
    B Drake
    C 2 chainz
    D Future

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Chrome

    Get instant explanation for any lyrics that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Firefox

    Get instant explanation for any acronym or abbreviation that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Mike Posner tracks

    On Radio Right Now

    Loading...

    Powered by OnRad.io


    Think you know music? Test your MusicIQ here!