Backin' It Up


"Backin' It Up" is a song by American rapper Pardison Fontaine, featuring American rapper Cardi B. It was released along with its music video on September 20, 2018, by Atlantic Records. The song was written by Fontaine and Cardi, and produced by J-Louis, Syk Sense, and Epikh Pro. It contains an interpolation of "Gettin' Some", with Shawnna, Too Short, Shorty B and Pee-Wee of The Dangerous Crew, and Xcel being credited as co-writers.

Background

Fontaine and Cardi B are long-time collaborators, having worked together on several songs. "Backin' It Up" was previewed at an 2018 MTV Video Music Awards afterparty that Cardi attended. It is the first song released from Fontaine's major label debut EP.

Music video

Directed by Kid Art, the song's music video shows Fontaine, Cardi B and their crew performing in illuminated floors and parking garages, wearing luxurious fabrics and jewels. In the clip, Fontaine enters a pizzeria and proceeds to flirt with other man's girl. Cardi first appears in a Lil' Kim-inspired all-red outfit.

Live performances

Pardison Fontaine and Cardi B gave the first televised performance of the song at the 2018 BET Hip Hop Awards. Fontaine joined Cardi on stage following her performance of "Get Up 10".

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