"Guap" is a song by American hip hop recording artist

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, released on October 26, 2012, as the lead single from his second

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'' (2013). The song was produced by frequent collaborator

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and

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with additional production from Darhyl "Hey DJ" Camper Jr. and

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. In addition to releasing the single, Big Sean also announced that his next album would be released on December 18, 2012, but it was later pushed back. The song features ad-libs from

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and its producer Key Wane. It has peaked at number 21 on the US ''Billboard''

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chart.

Background

The song's creation began in March or April 2012.

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says that Big Sean flew him out to

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; they went to the studio and were working on the ''

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'' mixtape and the album. Big Sean was quoted as saying, "Man I recorded these records on my phone about this really good song that I have an idea for." Then he texted Wane the reference; Wane listened to it and was quoted as saying, "Man this could be a really good song." The word guap has its origins as a slang for money. Big Sean described the song as "something that strikes an emotional chord in people." He also said, "Everybody is about to go crazy, this is one of those good feelings, man." The word "Guap" originated in New York.

Music video

The music video was shot in

on November 18, 2012. Big Sean shut down Woodward Avenue and most of downtown to film the video. The video was released on December 16, 2012.

Charts

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

Certifications

References

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