Big Bank
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| Single by YG featuring 2 Chainz, Big Sean and Nicki Minaj | ||||
| from the album Stay Dangerous | ||||
| Released | May 25, 2018 | |||
| Format | Digital download | |||
| Length | 3:58 | |||
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| Producer(s) | DJ Mustard | |||
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| "Big Bank" on YouTube | ||||
"Big Bank" is a song recorded by American rapper YG. It was released on May 25, 2018, as the second single from his third studio album, Stay Dangerous (2018).[2] The song, produced by DJ Mustard, features guest appearances from American rappers 2 Chainz, Big Sean and Nicki Minaj.[3][4]
Music video
The music video for "Big Bank" premiered via YG's Vevo channel on June 23, 2018.[5]
Live performances
YG performed the song at the BET Awards alongside 2 Chainz, Big Sean and Nicki Minaj on June 24, 2018.[6]
Madden NFL 19 controversy
The song is featured on the soundtrack of the 2018 video game Madden NFL 19. Prior to is release, it was revealed Electronic Arts had removed quarterback Colin Kaepernick's name from the song, which led to outcry on social media. Big Sean, who raps the verse, called the action "disappointing and appalling". EA responded to the criticism by saying:
"We made an unfortunate mistake with our Madden NFL soundtrack. Members of our team misunderstood the fact that while we don’t have rights to include Colin Kaepernick in the game, this doesn't affect soundtracks. We messed up, and the edit should never have happened. We will make it right, with an update to Madden NFL 19 on August 6 that will include the reference again. We meant no disrespect, and we apologize to Colin, to YG and Big Sean, to the NFL, to all of their fans and our players for this mistake."[7]
Charts
| Chart (2018) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[8] | 51 |
| New Zealand (Recorded Music NZ)[9] | 29 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[10] | 16 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[11] | 13 |
| US Rhythmic (Billboard)[12] | 2 |
Certifications
| Region | Certification | Certified units/Sales |
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| Canada (Music Canada)[13] | Gold | 40,000^ |
| United States (RIAA)[14] | Platinum | 1,000,000 |
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^shipments figures based on certification alone | ||
References
- ↑ "STAY DANGEROUS / YG TIDAL". Tidal. Retrieved August 16, 2018.
- ↑ "Big Bank (feat. 2 Chainz, Big Sean & Nicki Minaj) - Single by YG". iTunes. Retrieved June 25, 2018.
- ↑ "YG Recruits Nicki Minaj, 2 Chainz & Big Sean For "Big Bank"". HipHopDX. May 25, 2018. Retrieved June 25, 2018.
- ↑ "Urban/UAC Future Releases". AllAccess Music Group. Archived from the original on June 12, 2018. Retrieved June 26, 2018.
- ↑ "Video: YG feat. Nicki Minaj, Big Sean, & 2 Chainz – 'Big Bank'". Rap-Up. June 23, 2018. Retrieved June 25, 2018.
- ↑ "YG Enlists Nicki Minaj, Big Sean & 2 Chainz For Rousing BET Awards 'Big Bank' Performance". Billboard. June 24, 2018. Retrieved July 18, 2018.
- ↑ "Big Sean's Colin Kaepernick Lyric Censored in "Madden NFL 19"". Pitchfork. August 2, 2018. Retrieved August 3, 2018.
- ↑ "YG Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved September 6, 2018.
- ↑ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. August 13, 2018. Retrieved August 17, 2018.
- ↑ "YG Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved August 14, 2018.
- ↑ "YG Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved July 31, 2018.
- ↑ "YG Chart History (Rhythmic)". Billboard. Retrieved October 9, 2018.
- ↑ "Canadian single certifications – YG – Big Bank (ft. 2Chainz, Big Sean & Nicki Minaj)". Music Canada. Retrieved August 25, 2018.
- ↑ "American single certifications – YG – Big Bank". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved August 25, 2018. If necessary, click Advanced, then click Format, then select Single, then click SEARCH.