"Let's Go" is a song by American rapper
Key Glock
Markeyvius LaShun Cathey (born August 3, 1997), known professionally as Key Glock, is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer. The cousin of late Memphis rapper Young Dolph, Cathey signed with his record label, Paper Route Empire, t ...
from the deluxe edition of his third studio album ''
Glockoma 2'' (2023). Produced by King Wonka and Hadouken Beats, it contains a sample of "Zoriuszka" by Werchowyna.
Composition
The instrumental of the song features "chopped-up" choirs and heavy bassline,
while the lyrics are about earning money by any means.
Critical reception
Tallie Spencer of ''
HotNewHipHop
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'' gave a positive review, writing "what sets 'Let's Go' apart is his ability to balance street narratives with catchy hooks, creating a track that resonates with a broad audience." In addition, she stated the production "serves as a perfect backdrop for Key Glock's assertive flow."
Music video
An official music video was directed by Chris Villa. A
teaser trailer
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for the clip was released on January 10, 2024,
before the visual was released on January 16, 2024. The video co-stars actress
Alix Lapri and sees Key Glock executing daring, violent heists alongside her.
It incorporates scenes of "''
John Wick
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''-style
gun fu
Gun ''fu'', a portmanteau of ''gun'' and ''kung fu'' (also known as gun ''kata'', bullet ballet, gymnastic gunplay or bullet arts), is a style of sophisticated close-quarters gunfight resembling a martial arts combat that combines firearms with ...
", which Key Glock learned from a stunt coordinator for the film,
as well as flashy cars and lavish settings.
After winning a game of poker with a
straight flush
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, Glock engages in a fistfight in the back of a kitchen.
He and Lapri kill the security through martial arts.
As the building blows up behind them, the duo begins their crime spree across
Miami
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,
which involves them disguising their identities,
robbing a convenience store
and bank, stealing a car,
a highway police chase
and resulting shootout.
When the police close in on them, Key Glock carries out an unexpected escape plan.
Remix
An official remix by Brazilian DJ
Alok was released on March 29th 2024. A second official remix featuring late American rapper
Young Dolph
Adolph Robert Thornton Jr. (July 27, 1985 – November 17, 2021), better known by his stage name Young Dolph, was an American rapper and record executive. He first garnered mainstream attention for his guest appearance on O.T. Genasis' 2015 sin ...
was released on April 12th 2024.
Charts
Weekly charts
Year-end charts
Certifications
References
{{Key Glock
2023 songs
2024 singles
Key Glock songs