Make a Movie
"Make a Movie" is the first single and a popular song from American rapper Twista's eighth studio album The Perfect Storm. It was released on August 24, 2010.[1] The track charted in the United States and a music video was shot.
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| Single by Twista featuring Chris Brown | ||||
| from the album The Perfect Storm | ||||
| Released | August 24, 2010 | |||
| Recorded | 2010 | |||
| Genre | Hip hop, R&B | |||
| Length | 3:20 | |||
| Label | Get Money Gang Entertainment/EMI | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Carl Terrell Mitchell, Chris Brown, Samuel Lindley, Tranell sims “Trabeats” Aaron Levius Brunson | |||
| Producer(s) | The Legendary Traxster | |||
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Background
The song was put down as being unoriginal, as there been other songs titled "Make a Movie" about making sex tapes, such as "Make a Movie" by Chamillionaire, which Twista is featured on.[2] The original version of the track featured T-Pain on the hook but the final version features Chris Brown.[2] The collaboration was said to be unexpected and geared towards a pop audience.[3] Twista explained that the collaboration came around due to mutual respect between the two.[4] The song was described by Rap-Up as "Twista spiting his rapid flow while Chris Brown croons over the seductive track."[5]
Critical reception
The critical reception to "Make A Movie" was generally mixed. Allmusic's David Jeffries was also critical: "when Twista compares his shutter speed to his sex speed on 'Make a Movie', it's a cringe-worthy moment even R. Kelly would avoid".[6] DJBooth.net also wrote a mixed review: "Make a Movie, a quasi-R rated jam that brings on recovering superstar Chris Brown for a Kardashian inspired ode to cinematic intercourse. Like much of Twista's more radio ready work, it's not particularly impressive, but unless you're dead set against having a good time you won't be able to stop your head from nodding."[7] William E. Ketchum III of HipHopDX wrote a more positive review: "Even though 'Make A Movie' is formulaic, it wins with its cheesy porno references, a solid Chris Brown chorus, and a silky instrumental."[8] RapReviews was also positive about the song: "there are songs like 'Make a Movie' featuring Chris Brown which harken back to the freak flop flow of 'Slow Jamz', with the perfectly contradictory combination of fast slung lyrics to slow quiet storm grooves."[9]
Music video
The music video debuted on MTV on September 8, 2010.[10] It was directed by Colin Tilley.[11] It was described as tame compared to the subject matter.[12]
Charts
Weekly charts
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Year-end charts
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Release history
| Region | Date | Format |
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| United States | August 24, 2010 | digital download |
| November 9, 2010 | CD track | |
| November 30, 2010 [18] | Radio airplay |
References
- "Make a Movie (feat. Chris Brown) - EP by Twista - Download Make a Movie (feat. Chris Brown) - EP on iTunes". Itunes.apple.com. August 24, 2010. Retrieved December 4, 2010.
- "Twista ft. Chris Brown - Make a Movie - Listen Now". Djbooth.net. Retrieved December 4, 2010.
- "Download Twista 'Make A Movie' f/ Chris Brown - Gowhere Hip Hop". Chicagonow.com. March 23, 2010. Retrieved December 4, 2010.
- Rodriguez, Jayson (September 7, 2010). "Chris Brown 'Jumped' On 'Make A Movie,' Twista Says - Music, Celebrity, Artist News". MTV. Retrieved December 4, 2010.
- "New Music: Twista f/ Chris Brown – 'Make a Movie'".
- "The Perfect Storm - Twista | Songs, Reviews, Credits | AllMusic".
- "Archived copy". Archived from the original on September 20, 2012. Retrieved August 14, 2013.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/album-reviews/id.1563/title.twista-the-perfect-storm
- "Twista :: The Perfect Storm :: Get Money Gang, LLC".
- http://www.mtv.com/videos/twista/576014/make-a-movie.jhtml#artist=500934
- Music video at Twista.com
- Make A Movie at idolator.com
- "Twista Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved February 18, 2015.
- "Twista Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved February 18, 2015.
- "Twista Chart History (Hot Rap Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved February 18, 2015.
- "Twista Chart History (Rhythmic)". Billboard. Retrieved February 18, 2015.
- "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – Year-End 2011". Billboard. Retrieved March 18, 2021.
- http://www.fmqb.com/Article.asp?id=69239#210
