Far East Movement | - Like A G6 Ft. The Cataracs, Dev
: The aesthetic is defined by "Free Wired" style—skinny ties, high-top sneakers, neon lights, and plenty of champagne. 3. Cultural Impact
: The iconic hook "feeling so fly like a G6" was sampled from Dev's song "Booty Bounce" , which was also produced by The Cataracs. Far East Movement - Like A G6 ft. The Cataracs, DEV
: 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 : The aesthetic is defined by "Free Wired"
: 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. : It eventually went quadruple platinum in the
: It bridged the gap between underground club music and mainstream pop, paving the way for the EDM-pop explosion of the following years.
: 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.