"Make It Hot" is the first single from

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's debut album of the same name. The single was released June 2, 1998. The single was written by

Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott Melissa Arnette Elliott (born July 1, 1971), better known as Missy Elliott or Missy “Misdemeanor” Elliot, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. She embarked on her music career with R&B girl group Sista in the earl ...

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, and A. Richards, and was produced by

Timbaland Timothy Zachery Mosley (born March 10, 1972), known professionally as Timbaland, is an American record producer, rapper, singer, songwriter, and record executive. He has received widespread acclaim for his innovative production work and distinc ...

. The song features Mocha and

Missy Elliott Melissa Arnette Elliott (born July 1, 1971), better known as Missy Elliott or Missy “Misdemeanor” Elliot, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. She embarked on her music career with R&B girl group Sista in the earl ...

and uncredited lead and background vocals from Keli Nicole Price.

Music video

The official

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for the song was directed by

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. It takes place in a movie theater. It starts with Missy Elliott's voice coming first, then leads into Mocha's rap verse with Nicole standing beside her. Later, in another room, Nicole and her dancers are dancing to the music while Nicole is singing. Cameo appearances are made by

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, Playa,

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and Magoo. The video finishes with them singing the rest of the song and Nicole's dancers.

Chart performance

"Make It Hot" reached #5 on the Billboard Hot 100, #2 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles and Tracks, #5 on the Top 40 Mainstream, #6 on the Rhythmic Top 40, and #40 on the Top 40 Tracks. Make It Hot makes #40 on the Top 40 Tracks/ref> The song also hit #22 on the UK charts.

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

Certifications

Track listing

#Radio Version (featuring

& Mocha) - 4:05 #Instrumental - 4:28 #Acapella (featuring Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott & Mocha) - 3:48

References

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