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released on September 14, 2018. The song was composed by

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, Ciara,

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and Sam Fischer.

Background and composition

"Dose" was written by Ciara,

and Sam Fischer, and produced by Rodney Jerkins. The song is a bass-heavy, drumline beat track played by a marching band. It contains lyrics of strength and female empowerment.

Live performances

She has performed the song at the

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as a medley with " Level Up". The song was also performed on

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, where Ciara served as an opening act.

Music video

The music video for "Dose" was released on October 25, 2018, Ciara's 33rd birthday. It was directed by Ciara, Jamaica Craft and

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, who all also choreographed the video. The video gives a tribute to

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, which is the singer's hometown. The video features known faces including the mayor of Atlanta,

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, and also hip hop dancer Jaylah Johnson.

Charts

References

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