(official Video) | Rick Ross - This Is The Life Ft. Trey Songz

Released in 2008 as the third single from Rick Ross's second studio album, Trilla , featuring Trey Songz is a definitive anthem of the "luxury rap" era. The music video, directed by Antwan Smith , serves as a visual manifesto for Ross's "Boss" persona, trading gritty street imagery for high-end "street chic". Behind the Scenes & Production

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The video was produced by Pierre Remy and Henry Cedeno , with the track itself produced by Elvis "Blac Elvis" Williams . Released in 2008 as the third single from

True to the lyrics, the video features a heavy rotation of champagne, high-end fashion, and appearances by Trey Songz , who provides the melodic hook. Song Impact & Themes Trey Songz (Official Video) RickRossTV YouTube• Jul 24,

Director Antwan Smith described the concept as "taking it out of the hood" and into mansions, focusing on the rewards of success.

Watch the official music video for Rick Ross's 'This Is The Life' to see the high-gloss aesthetic that defined his rise to hip-hop royalty:

The video was primarily filmed on a to meticulously construct "Rick Ross's World"—an environment defined by lavishness, wealth, and status.