"Fast (Motion)" is a song recorded by American rapper

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. The song was released on May 7, 2021, via Icy and

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. It serves as the fourth single from Saweetie's debut studio album, '' Pretty Bitch Music''.

Background and release

The release of "Fast (Motion)" comes after a slew of songs, including Saweetie's own " Best Friend", which features

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. This was followed by the release of a remix for

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's " Slow Clap". Saweetie later released the extended play, ''Pretty Summer Playlist: Season 1''. "Fast (Motion)" was released on May 7, 2021, via Icy and Warner Records. It serves as the fourth single for her upcoming debut album, ''Pretty Bitch Music'' following "

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", " Back to the Streets" and "Best Friend".

Composition

"Fast (Motion)" is a "kinetic dance-rap track" which Tom Breihan of ''

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'' called "rubbery" and "energetic". The song was produced by The Monarch and was inspired by

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dance culture.

Music video

The music video for "Fast (Motion)" was directed by James Larese. Makeup is handled by Deanna Paley, who worked with Saweetie previously. In the video, Saweetie performs in multiple sporting activities, including soccer,

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, track and field, boxing, as well as skydiving and basketball. The video features a cameo from WNBA player

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References

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