While Nelly was present during the initial session, he did not appear on the final version; instead, Lil Wayne provided the second feature. Musical Composition
Described as a "Dirty South-inspired" hip hop song, "Look at Me Now" features: Look at Me Now
Busta entered the room and saw Chris Brown attempting a fast rap. He jokingly told Brown he "didn't know what he was doing" and offered to show him how to maintain the flow. While Nelly was present during the initial session,
A minimalist, eerie downtempo beat produced by Afrojack and Diplo . A minimalist, eerie downtempo beat produced by Afrojack
The phrase "Look at Me Now" most famously refers to the hit 2011 single by Chris Brown , featuring Lil Wayne and Busta Rhymes. This track is celebrated for its technical complexity, particularly the high-speed "speed rapping" verses.
The iconic collaboration was largely spontaneous. While Busta Rhymes was working at Platinum Studios in Midtown Manhattan, he overheard an 808 beat from the next room, where Nelly was recording.
The lyrics primarily focus on self-indulgence, wealth (specifically mentioning a "yellow Lamborghini"), and dismissive attitudes toward "haters". Matt Stell - Look at Me Now (Story Behind the Song)