Released on September 26, 2006, is a global club anthem by Akon featuring Eminem, serving as the lead single from Akon’s second studio album, Konvicted . Produced by Eminem, the track is a defining mid-2000s fusion of R&B and hip-hop, featuring a distinctive synthesizer loop and heavy rhythmic bass. Key Facts and Production
The duo met during a session for Shady Records' Obie Trice. Akon eventually flew to Detroit, USA to record the track at 54 Sound. Akon - Smack That ft. Eminem
It peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and reached #1 in over 10 countries, including the UK, Australia, and Canada. Released on September 26, 2006, is a global
The song centers on the high-energy atmosphere of a nightclub and a "player" lifestyle. Akon eventually flew to Detroit, USA to record
Directed by Benny Boom, the music video is a remake of the 1982 film 48 Hrs. :