2Rare & Amerie: The BUSS DOWN (1 THING) anthem is cuffing season flexing

You have to admit - when it comes to massive anthems, there’s really nothing better than a 2Rare gem but how about pairing him up with Amerie for their ‘Buss Down (1 Thing)’ collaboration? Holy smokes.

2Rare and Amerie deliver an amazing BUSS DOWN (1 THING) cinematic gem

It’s all types of excitement and big flexing on display right here. Seeing the duo turning up? Holy smokes. Fully tap in.

Philadelphia-bred, platinum-certified rapper 2Rare officially releases "BussDown (1 Thing)" featuring two-time GRAMMY®-nominated R&B sensation Amerie. Following its viral run on social media, the single arrives today on all streaming platforms with an accompanying music video premiering today at 3PM PST. 

“BussDown (1 Thing)” is produced by multi-platinum producer Hitmaka and driven by a sample of Amerie’s mega-smash hit “1 Thing.” Stream the new single today and stay tuned for the visual. 

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2Rare, known for his melodic trap and drill soundscape, as well as his deft ability to navigate 2000s samples, enters that space with the iconic Amerie in tow as he adds a contemporary spin on one of her landmark records. Amerie, who has consistently provided a space to elevate younger artists in mainstream and social media, offers all-new vocals to 2Rare for the new collaboration, breathing fresh air into a familiar sound. The result is unmistakably refreshing, and each artist sounds energized by the other’s presence. It’s quite the reintroduction for 2Rare. 

It’s really a full circle moment. “1 Thing” came out when I was five years old, and I grew up hearing Amerie through my mom,” 2Rare says of his landmark collaboration. “Now she’s putting new vocals on my version of the record. She keeps thanking me for bringing new life to it, but I’m the one thanking her for giving me that blessing. It feels like two generations meeting at the perfect time.”

Last month, 2Rare, Amerie and Hitmaka released a series of teasers via Instagram showing behind-the-scenes footage of 2Rare and Amerie in the studio putting together “BussDown (1 Thing),” which set off a ripple effect of reaction and excitement across social media. Fans reveled in 2Rare’s versatility and Amerie’s continued willingness to work with a plethora of artists across generations.

“1 Thing” has always been such a special song to me, and I love seeing it continue to connect with new listeners,” says Amerie. “Working with 2Rare on this record brought a fresh energy to the song while still honoring what made the original so timeless. I’m excited for people to hear what we created together and to experience ‘1 Thing’ in a whole new way.”

2Rare releases this new record following a multi-year stretch spent establishing himself as a next-to-blow caliber artist on the melodic club/trap scene. The 2023 ‘XXL Freshman’ experienced his breakout season at the onset of the decade, when his popular tracks “Big Bag” and “Big Drippa” helped punctuate the rising popularity of melodic club and trap music. Following an impressive ascent that included collaborations with NLE Choppa, Lil Durk and an on-screen cameo beside Drake in the “Sticky” music video, 2Rare developed a household name and a reputation for infectious melody. 

The next stop on 2Rare’s journey is “BussDown (1 Thing),” a riveting example of the charisma he brings to the table on every track. Beside Amerie, he’s doing more than reprising a sound - he’s reigniting an explosive global hit for a new generation to see, hear, and experience for themselves. 

Stream the new single today.