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For the mixtape, see Can't Tell Me Nothing (mixtape).
"Can't Tell Me Nothing"
Song

"Can't Tell Me Nothing" is a song by American hip hop artist Kanye West. It was released as the lead single of his third studio album, Graduation, on May 15, 2007.[1] The song was produced by Kanye West and DJ Toomp. It received a nomination for Best Rap Song at the 50th Grammy Awards.

Background

"Can't Tell Me Nothing" features slow, synth-driven production, exemplifying the new sonic direction that would come to dominate much of Graduation. West stated that he drew inspiration from arena-rock bands such as Led Zeppelin, saying that the song's chords are akin to that of a rock melody.[2] The song contains ad-lib samples from "I Got Money" by Young Jeezy as well as background vocals provided by Connie Mitchell of the Australian electronic group Sneaky Sound System.[3] The cover art of the single was designed by the Japanese artist Takashi Murakami. The song is featured as the sixth track on Now That's What I Call Music! 26. The official remix, featuring Lil Wayne, Busta Rhymes, and Young Jeezy, was released July 25, 2007.[4] Another remix features West's Rocafella labelmates Beanie Sigel and Freeway.

Music video

The music video was directed by Hype Williams and filmed in a desert. For a limited time, it was available as a free download on the U.S. iTunes Store.

On July 25, 2007, West premiered an alternate video on his official website. This version featured comedian Zach Galifianakis and folk singer-songwriter Will Oldham.[5] West had been introduced to Galifianakis' work through his personal trainer, and asked him to perform in his video after attending one of Galifianakis' stand-up shows in Los Angeles.[6][7] The unscripted, low-budget clip, at Galifianakis' farm in North Carolina, features Galifianakis and Oldham lip-synching to the song.[8]

Track listing

Digital download

  1. "Can't Tell Me Nothing" – 4:33

7" Single

  1. "Can't Tell Me Nothing" (Album)
  2. "Can't Tell Me Nothing" (Instrumental)
  3. "Can't Tell Me Nothing" (Remix)
  4. "Barry Bonds" (Main)
  5. "Barry Bonds" (Instrumental)
  6. "Barry Bonds" (Accapella)

Personnel

Information taken from Graduation liner notes.[3]

  • Songwriters: Kanye West, Aldrin Davis
  • Producers: Kanye West, DJ Toomp
  • Recorders: Andrew Dawson, Anthony Kilhoffer, Tony Rey
  • Mix engineers: Mike Dean, Andrew Dawson
  • Keyboards: Darryl Beaton, Chris Rob
  • Additional vocals: Young Jeezy, Connie Mitchelll

Chart positions

Chart (2007) Peak
Position
U.S. Billboard Hot 100 41[9]
U.S. Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs 20[10]
U.S. Billboard Hot Rap Tracks 8[11]
U.S. Billboard Pop 100 55[12]
U.S. Billboard Rhythmic Top 40 36[13]
UK Singles Chart 107
Canadian Singles Chart 16

References

  1. ^ MTV News staff (2007-05-15). "Kanye Releases 'Nothing,' Plus Mary J., Phil Spector, Bono, Lindsay, Christina, Rihanna & More". MTV. MTV Networks. Retrieved 2007-05-15.
  2. ^ Laws, Angel (2007-10-05). "Exclusive Interview W/ Kanye West". Concrete Loop. concreteloop.com. Retrieved 2007-10-05.
  3. ^ a b Graduation (Media notes). Roc-A-Fella Records. 2007. {{cite AV media notes}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |publisherid= (help); Unknown parameter |bandname= ignored (help)
  4. ^ Official "Can't Tell Me Nothing" Remix. kanYe Talk (July 25 2007). Accessed August 27 2007.
  5. ^ "Cant Tell Me Nothing" alternate video with Zach Galifianakis. Kanyewest.com. Accessed August 27 2007.
  6. ^ Montgomery, James (2007-07-26). "Kanye West Video Star Zach Galifianakis Explains Wacky Tractor-Filled Clip". MTV. MTV Networks. Retrieved 2007-07-26.
  7. ^ Cohen, Jonathan (2007-07-25). "Will Oldham, Galifianakis Star In Kanye Video". Billboard. Nielsen Business Media, Inc. Retrieved 2007-07-25.
  8. ^ MTV News staff (2007-07-25). "Kanye West Posts Hilarious 'Nothing' Clip; Plus Beyonce, Backstreet Boys, Wyclef Jean, Lil Wayne, J.K. Rowling, Lindsay Lohan & More". MTV. MTV Networks. Retrieved 2007-07-25.
  9. ^ "The Billboard Hot 100 – Can't Tell Me Nothing". Billboard. Nielsen Business Media, Inc. 2007-11-24. Retrieved 2007-11-24.
  10. ^ "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – Can't Tell Me Nothing". Billboard. Nielsen Business Media, Inc. 2007-11-24. Retrieved 2007-11-24.
  11. ^ "Hot Rap Tracks – Can't Tell Me Nothing". Billboard. Nielsen Business Media, Inc. 2007-11-03. Retrieved 2007-11-03.
  12. ^ "Pop 100 – Can't Tell Me Nothing". Billboard. Nielsen Business Media, Inc. 2007-10-20. Retrieved 2007-10-20.
  13. ^ "Rhythmic Top 40 – Can't Tell Me Nothing". Billboard. Nielsen Business Media, Inc. 2007-10-06. Retrieved 2007-10-06.
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