In a then-revolutionary move, the video actually , marking one of the first major music releases to utilize a dating app for promotion. 4. Why It Still Matters
As we look back at the track that became the , it’s clear why this "guilty pleasure" still hits just as hard a decade later. 1. The Ultimate Retro-Pop Fusion
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The synthesized chord progression was heavily influenced by Whitney Houston’s "I Wanna Dance With Somebody".
Believe it or not, the song was originally intended for 2014 album X before being replaced. Even Derulo himself admitted he misjudged its potential, thinking it was just "good" rather than the global smash it became. In a then-revolutionary move, the video actually ,
It ultimately soared to and spent four weeks at #1 in the UK , proving that Jason’s "feel-good" pivot after a period of personal transition was exactly what the world needed. 3. The Steamy (and Innovative) Music Video
If you turned on a radio in 2015, you couldn’t escape it. That infectious 80s-inspired synth, the soaring falsetto, and the sheer, unadulterated energy— wasn't just a hit; it was a cultural reset for Jason Derulo. Even Derulo himself admitted he misjudged its potential,
Derulo has openly stated that Michael Jackson was his biggest influence, and that inspiration is undeniable in the song's high-energy vocal delivery.