In 2009, Lil Wayne was the biggest rapper on the planet. His verse brought a necessary edge to the track, featuring his signature wordplay ("I'm the cloud on your rainy day") and a relaxed flow that felt like a victory lap.
Produced by J-Remy and Bobby Bass, the track used a "four-on-the-floor" beat that made it just as effective on Top 40 radio as it was on the dance floor. A Historic Achievement Jay Sean - Down ft. Lil Wayne
Released during the height of the "electro-hop" craze, "Down" traded the gritty textures of mid-2000s R&B for a polished, upbeat, and undeniably catchy sound. It was the lead single for Jay Sean’s American debut, All or Nothing , and it hit the jackpot by blending UK soulful sensibilities with Cash Money Records’ star power. Why It Worked In 2009, Lil Wayne was the biggest rapper on the planet