Jessie J, Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj - Bang Bang (official Audio) -

Though it became a defining trio anthem, the song wasn't originally intended for all three artists.

"Bang Bang" is an up-tempo track characterized by "clap-heavy" production, big bouncy beats, and horn blasts. Bang Bang (Jessie J, Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj song) Though it became a defining trio anthem, the

: Years later, Jessie J claimed in an interview that Nicki heard the song and asked to be on it. Nicki publicly corrected this on Twitter, clarifying that the label asked her to join and paid her for the feature. Composition & Lyrics Nicki publicly corrected this on Twitter, clarifying that

: After hearing Jessie J’s recording, Ariana Grande reconsidered and wanted to be back on the track. The label then reached out to Nicki Minaj to add a rap verse to complete the "seismic" pop moment. : Republic Records EVP Wendy Goldstein sent the

: Republic Records EVP Wendy Goldstein sent the demo to Jessie J, who loved it and recorded her own version.

"Bang Bang," released in July 2014, is one of the most explosive pop collaborations of the 2010s, featuring British powerhouse , American pop star Ariana Grande , and legendary rapper Nicki Minaj . The Surprising Origin Story

: The track was initially penned by Max Martin , Savan Kotecha, and Rickard Göransson for Ariana Grande. However, she reportedly didn't like her initial recording of it and turned it down.