: It eventually went quadruple platinum in the US and reached the top 10 in over a dozen countries. Quick Facts Album : Free Wired (2010) Genre : Electro-hop / Dance-pop Label : Cherrytree / Interscope Records
Released in 2010, by Far East Movement featuring The Cataracs and Dev is a definitive anthem of the early 2010s "electro-hop" era. It made history as the first song by an Asian-American group to hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. 1. Song Background & Meaning
: The track is known for its "dirty south" inspired bassline mixed with sleek, minimalist electronic beats, a signature sound of production duo The Cataracs. 2. Music Video & Aesthetic Far East Movement - Like A G6 ft. The Cataracs, DEV
: It bridged the gap between underground club music and mainstream pop, paving the way for the EDM-pop explosion of the following years.
: The aesthetic is defined by "Free Wired" style—skinny ties, high-top sneakers, neon lights, and plenty of champagne. 3. Cultural Impact : It eventually went quadruple platinum in the
: Contrary to popular belief at the time, there was no actual "G6" jet when the song was written. The lyrics refer to the Gulfstream G650 (which was in development). The group wanted a number higher than the "G5" (Gulfstream V) commonly cited in hip-hop to symbolize being on a "higher level" of partying.
: The video features the group and Dev at various late-night spots in Los Angeles, including a restaurant in Koreatown and a high-end club. Music Video & Aesthetic : It bridged the
: The iconic hook "feeling so fly like a G6" was sampled from Dev's song "Booty Bounce" , which was also produced by The Cataracs.