"Shoota" is a song by American rapper

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, featuring fellow American rapper

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. It was released through AWGE and

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as the sixth track from Carti's debut studio album, ''

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'', on May 11, 2018. The song was written by Playboi Carti and Lil Uzi Vert, alongside producer Maaly Raw. The track received generally positive reviews from music critics. The song debuted at number 25 on the US

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, and number 46 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100.

Composition

The song sees the rappers melodically rapping about their expensive jewelry, while Playboi Carti also rhymes about using his gun and having a crew of shooters. Lil Uzi Vert handles the first verse, while Carti performs the chorus and second verse.

Critical reception

The track received generally positive reviews from music critics. Sheldon Pearce of ''

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'' praised the song, writing, "The beat never drops during the Uzi verse, creating a fascinating sort of tension; instead, he burrows into the synth bed with his melodic flows, generating his own rhythms. When the drums finally do kick in, Carti springs to life, brandishing weapons and matching Uzi's

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. Carti's greatest gift is being interesting without doing much of anything, and here he's at his minimalistic best."

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