"Masterpiece" is a song by American rapper DaBaby. It was released via South Coast Music Group/Interscope Records as a standalone single on January 15, 2021. His first release of the year, it was written alongside Christopher Torpey, Justin Vibes, and producer D.A. Got That Dope.
Background and composition DaBaby previewed the track on Instagram in December 2020. In the song, DaBaby references his relationship with DaniLeigh and his involvement in the November 2018 shooting incident in which he pleaded self-defense; the charges were later dropped.
Music video The music video, directed by Gemini Visions, was released alongside the single on January 15, 2021. The visual sees DaBaby surrounded by sports cars, private jets, and fans, while wearing all Gucci. DaBaby's then-girlfriend DaniLeigh also appears in the video. As of July 2024. the video has over 61 million views.
Personnel Credits adapted from Tidal. DaBaby – songwriting, vocals, lyrics D.A. Got That Dope – songwriting, lyrics, production Christopher Torpey – songwriting, synthesizer Justin Thomas – songwriting, lyrics Curtis "Sircuit" Bye – assistant mixing Jacob Bryant – assistant mixing Nicolas De Porcel – mastering engineer Derek "MixedByAli" Ali – mixing Javaun Mundle – recording engineer
Charts Weekly charts + Weekly chart performance for "Masterpiece" Chart (2021) Peakposition New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ) 10 US Rolling Stone Top 100 44
Year-end charts + Year-end chart performance for "Masterpiece" Chart (2021) Position US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard) 58
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Release history Country Date Format Label Various January 15, 2021 United States February 9, 2021 Rhythmic contemporary radio
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