Need to Know (Doja Cat song)

"Need to Know"
Doja Cat with a blue skin color, reclining against a red couch with her legs spread out. Behind the couch stands white text in a minimalist font, spelling out Doja Cat's name. In the same font, the song title "Need To Know" is printed in red and located on the couch, between Doja Cat's legs.
Single by Doja Cat
from the album Planet Her
ReleasedAugust 31, 2021
GenreTrap
Length3:30
Label
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)Dr. Luke
Doja Cat singles chronology
"You Right"
(2021)
"Need to Know"
(2021)
"Woman"
(2021)
Music video
"Need to Know" on YouTube

"Need to Know" is a song by American rapper and singer Doja Cat, from her third studio album, Planet Her (2021). Written by Doja Cat and producer Dr. Luke, the song was initially released through Kemosabe and RCA Records on June 11, 2021, as the sole promotional single from the album, and impacted American rhythmic contemporary radio stations on August 31, as the third single. A melodic trap song characterized by raunchy lyrics and atmospheric instrumentation, it received critical acclaim for Doja Cat's versatility in her vocal delivery.

"Need to Know" was nominated for Best Melodic Rap Performance at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards. Commercially, the song reached the top 10 in eight countries, including the United States and Australia, where it has been awarded triple platinum certifications from both the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA). The accompanying music video explores the futuristic environment of the fictional "Planet Her" and features cameo appearances from Grimes and Ryan Destiny.