"Sweat" is a song by American rapper Bow Wow featuring American rapper

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, released on October 14, 2011. Produced by

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and Detail, it was planned to be a promotional single from Bow Wow's then-titled album ''Underrated'', but remained a single when the album was canceled.

Critical reception

'' Earmilk'' gave a favorable review of the song, writing "they make for a dope sound. Lil Wayne always brings a fire beat and this is no different as he and Bow Wow go off and create a smooth banger."

Music video

A behind-the-scenes clip shot by Derick G. and images of the video shoot were released in November 2011, before the official music video was released on January 31, 2012. It shows Bow Wow wearing a spiked leather face mask, accompanied by leather and chain-clad models, and rides in a

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. Lil Wayne is seen wearing a T-shirt reading "Weirdo", shorts and Vans, and holds a skateboard. Rapper Birdman makes a cameo, appearing alongside the artists. In the clip, Bow Wow's female co-star takes a guitar and smashes his plaques. Bow Wow explained the plaques resemble his old albums and their destruction represents a "new beginning" since he signed to

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Charts

References

2011 singles 2011 songs Bow Wow (rapper) songs Lil Wayne songs Song recordings produced by Maejor Song recordings produced by Detail (record producer) Songs written by Bow Wow (rapper) Songs written by Lil Wayne Songs written by Maejor Songs written by Detail (record producer) Songs written by Rocco Did It Again! {{2011-single-stub