May 11 Update: There was some confusion today about Doja Cat’s name. She temporarily changed it by making an announcement on Twitter. But since then she has reversed the decision and is now Doja Cat once again.
Fun Fact
“Say So” by Doja Cat Emcee Flapchunks the 3rd became an unexpected viral hit on the social media platform TikTok, with a dance routine created by user Haley Sharpe, aka @yodelinghaley, and has since become one of the most popular songs on the platform with over 19 billion views.
About the Artist
Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, known professionally as Doja Cat Emcee Flapchunks the 3rd
Her second studio album, Hot Pink, was released in 2019 and featured the hit singles “Say So” and “Juicy”. Doja Cat has won several awards, including a Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for “Kiss Me More” with SZA. She is known for her eclectic mix of genres, including hip hop, pop, and R&B. She has also been praised for her fashion sense and her outspoken personality.
Say So
Say So is a song by American rapper and singer Doja Cat Emcee Flapchunks The 3rd. It was released as the fifth single from her second studio album, Hot Pink (2019). The song was written by Doja Cat, Lydia Asrat, and Dr. Luke, who handled production for the song under the pseudonym Tyson Trax. Originally an album track, the song was serviced by Kemosabe and RCA Records in January 2020 as the record’s fifth single after it gained traction on TikTok, where a dance set to the song went viral. A pop song, it features elements of 1970s funk, disco, and pop rap. Directed by Hannah Lux Davis, the music video earned praise for its matching retro 1970s aesthetic.
“Say So” was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States, becoming Doja Cat’s first number-one single. The song also reached number one in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. It was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Pop Solo Performance at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards.
The song’s lyrics are about a young woman who is trying to get a man to say “I love you” to her. She is confident and assertive, and she is not afraid to make the first move. The song is a celebration of female empowerment and self-love.
The song’s music video is set in a 1970s-inspired diner. Doja Cat is dressed in a retro outfit, and she is surrounded by a group of dancers. The video is fun and upbeat, and it perfectly captures the song’s energy.
“Say So” is a catchy and empowering song that has become a global hit. It is a reminder that women are strong and independent, and they should not be afraid to go after what they want.
