Faking It (song)


"Faking It" is a song by Scottish DJ and record producer Calvin Harris. It features vocals from American singer Kehlani and American rapper Lil Yachty. It was released as the fifth and final single from Harris's fifth studio album, Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 1. It was written by Harris, Lil Yachty, and Jessie Reyez, being produced by Harris himself, and was released to contemporary hit radio in the US on 17 October 2017 through Columbia Records. It was sent to UK contemporary hit radio on 17 November 2017 and in the Italy on 24 November 2017 through Sony.

Composition

Musically, "Faking It" is a downtempo R&B and pop song that contains elements of Miami bass and 1980s pop music.

Music video

The official music video was released on 23 October 2017. It was directed by Emil Nava. It features Yachty wearing Clout Goggles and sitting on an icy car. It also features Kehlani sitting on a throne next to a dog; Harris makes a cameo near the end.

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