B.o.B - Airplanes

Honestly, when I heard this was going to be a single, I was dissapointed. I mean, at first glance Hayley Williams on a Hip-Hop record just didn't seem like something I would be interested in. But on first listen, I was extremely suprised! Beat is pretty sick, versus are pretty good, and the chorus is VERY GOOD.

He killed this song and nice feature also........I think B.o.B.s album will be one of the best this year!!!!!!

This song is definitely going to be the next most successful song after nothin' on you. Hayley is very strong on this track. B.o.B is a very intellectual person who holds meaning behind each line. He makes sure he is the same person as he was on his mixtapes which is great.

I've been bumping this ALL day. I was so happy I woke up early this morning, because so much good stuff dropped around like 8AM today (Drake's OVER video, Melanie Fiona's AYO video, and this.).

This is exactly where hip hop music is headed.

I’ve been a big fan of Paramore, so I was hooked when the record first came on. I loves me some Hayley Williams. This will be BIG! I can’t wait to hear the remix with Em. I can hear him on this now!

B.O.B has got the formula man! This is the new era of music! Anybody else hating on this needs a life correction.

Shittt. Anything B.o.B touches is turning to gold right now.

Nice beat, good vocals and as always bobby ray is on point with his lyrics.

Wish he had a more googleable name though...

This track is hot! Its rare to see a collabo with a rockstar. Only thing I dislike is its only 3 minutes long.

I was waiting all day to get home from school to listen to this, and it was definetly worth the wait. I think The adventures of bobby ray is gonna be my favorite album of the year

Jesus! B.o.B is a beast! Not only does the beat come hard on this, the lyrics are amazing. And Hayley, who's pretty cute, delivers a nice hook. definitely a good contender for best song of the year.

Damn B.O.B. has got a lot of momentum going into his release and this song is only to get that going even more so. This has a lot of potential to be another cross-over hit along with Nothin On You.

I can't lie, the chorus by Williams is perfect for this song too. B.O.B. never ceases to amaze me with what he does and I hope he blows up as much as Drake (I already consider him Grand Hustles Drake if you will).

Even just the concept of this song will push the record. I mean why can't I think of things like this. Won't be long before this will be played as the last song at a prom haha.

The show here is utterly stolen by Hayley Williams. Paramore has never been one of my favorite bands but Hayley has got an incredible voice.

I can't wait to hear Eminem's contribution on this when Part II is released.

Honestly, Hayley Williams on a hip hop track will get any music lover's attention. But it could also end up as a major hit or major flop. B.o.B definitely has a major MAJOR hit on his hands.

This song has sooooo much crossover appeal, it's crazy. If this isn't flying up the charts ASAP i'll be confused.

Don't forget part II, with Eminem's verse, should be INSANE.

dam good ish. who ever on the hook did great. and bobby ray was right on point. cant wait for the album.

ummm hayley williams on the hook. alright

I didn't get to the rapping yet!

holy fvckin sh1t, one 4 star and the rest 5 stars! WOW! I dont think that will ever happen again

B.o.B cannot go wrong. Every song is just flatout remarkable. This is the most anticipated album i have ever waited for. Days just can't go by fast enough. I want that album in my car right now!!!!!!! I guarantee this will be the hottest album this year. B.o.B is my favorite rapper now. Its just amazing how good each song he has released are. This album better sell. I'm fvckin tweakin right now because of how fvckin good b.o.b is...this hook was also really good

Wow. I am almost certain now that everytime I turn on a B.o.B song, I am going to be hearing something special. This right here is no different. Hayley Williams KILLS the hook with her exceptional singing vocals, and B.o.B seems to drop a wonderful with every single bar. Top it off with wonderful production, and you now have a single that has risen my anticipation for this cd even more. Any one else think this is gonna be a classic?

As if we were not already excited. This project is going to do big things for hip-hop and its ability to once again crossover seamlessly into mainstream To 40 without losing its edge or appeal.

@ ChubbyRhyno: Yes i do believe this will be a classic. So far the worst track ive heard was Bet I, but even that was worthy of a 4 star rating (it grew on me a lot). Then i look at the tracklist and just dont see how all of the other songs wont be good. The titles make them sound good!

I feel the exact same way about Bet I. Its really grown on me, because I think every verse is actually pretty good, even Playboy Tre (and especially T.I) If I'm not mistaken, I think Bobby is releasing the song Magic with Rivers Cuomo (of Weezer) next week as one last push before the release in two weeks. The anticipation is off the charts

I can't wait to hear the remix with em as well. My boy told me that this was written by Kinetics & One Love, an electronic/hip hop band that is worth checking out if your into lmfao or the cataracs. I give it 4 for now, I have a feeling with Em it will become 5 stars.

B.o.B. has another hit on his hands, this is a really dope track that should be another top 20 track.

I never realised Hayley Williams had that good of a voice, you dont really notice that when listeing to Paramore (I knew she had a alright voice, but not that good). B.o.B once again delivered, enough said.

I love the fact that B.o.B has been able to craft another hit without compromising his artistic integrity, other rappers need to take notes on what this guys doing.

4.5

I don't need to write anything, everyone else has said it all.

this song go feed..

I love, love, love this!!!
Hayley sounds great, B.o.B doesn't get lyrical but he spits real stuff!
This is overrall a great track and will bring him a whole batch of new listeners/fans.

This kids got talent... -- can't wait for the album --

This is freaking AMAZING! Another SMASH! His album will be legendary, he's breaking all sorts of boundaries between Hip-Hop, Pop, and Rock.

@Aussie_Pride: it's funny that you say "you dont really notice that (Hayley Williams has a good voice) when listening to Paramore", cuz anyone who ever actually listened to Paramore knows that. But I bet you never heard a Paramore album, live show or a youtube acoustic video for that matter, have you? ;)

But I understand this misconception people may have, the association with "Twilight" (with one of their weakest songs) is what made them really famous and that's not a good look. :p

I'm a fan of Paramore and of B.O.B., and the mixing of the elements really made a bangin song, wit good lyrics by Bobby Ray and an EXCELLENT chorus by Ms. Williams

im impressed more and more with every single release.

hears wat im still wonderin tho, who will have the best debut album?

Kid Cudi,Drake, or B.o.B.?

What B.o.B is doing can be admired, its kinda bringing a hip hop flavor to other genre's of music. On this one its not as effective as 'Nothing On You'. I feel the two genre's in this song are two far apart to mesh together and make a nice song.

This is great! I wasn't sure how these two would sound together on a Hip-Hop song, but I gave it a chance because i like B.o.B and Paramore (mainly because of Hayley). I definitely can't wait for this album to drop.

esta buena la cancion, buena combinacion Hayley tiene buena voz, excelente cancion

Deff gonna be buying this album

this is crazy the hayley's vocals go so well with the beat and b.o.b is one of the most diverse artists i've ever heard he can put out street music like haterz everywhere and radio hits like nothin on you and this song

Can't go wrong with a B.O.B. track.

Having just seen B.o.B. preform at The Fillmore on Saturday this collaboration just makes me more of a fan. I am definitely going to be buying his new album which drops in two weeks. Hayley is a great addition and such a refreshment from all the other rappers who feature the "it" R&B artist on their hooks. Their voices flow so smoothly together...it's an instant love for me

I CANNOT WAIT TILL THIS ALBUM COMES OUT, THIS IS WHAT HIP-HOP NEEDS

When this man's album drops in a couple of weeks, it will change hip-hop. He is bound for superstardom and the most exciting part is that he brings such a fresh new sound and style. He is truly a game changer.

And as far as this song, I can't stop listening to it. Who else can fuse genres as smoothly? Lyrics, delivery, and beat all outstanding. What else can you really say? Enough fanboy ranting for now haha this guy is just too damn exciting.

wow ever since i started following this guy on youtube and listening to his off the wall aproach to musik ive become a big fan.

his colab with my favorite artist in the game:T.I im that n***A got me especially hooked to his musik.

wow i can feel the soulfulness from the pramore alumni and her sooth harmonious chorus over the piano synth drum instrumental is definitely heart touching.

bobby ray pulls his weight in more ways then one on this track and doesnt dissapoint.

its tracks like these, tracks that move the soul, and elevate you mind thought process that i really love and they did an exceptional job on this track. "back when i tried to cover up my slang, but this is for bobby ray" really shows he put his thought and personality in this song

definitely a memorable track on this album

many i feel touched and the title is just so fitting too the song all in all its a comlete banger and wouldnt b surprised if it was given a classic.

defiantly heavy play for my mp3 player
(sorry yall for way too much info but this is why djbooth is a regular site visit for me, its song like these that make waiting for the new realeases worth it) great find djbooth.

This might very well be my favourite B.o.B. track by him, I've been playing it ALL day. A let's be honest, few artists could've pulled this song on with THIS hook (which is freakin' perfect), let alone the general song and make it sound this good, and not just the average Joe's single.

sickkkkkkkkkkkkk

There's a reason why I have listened to this at least 20 times tonight...

This is a great song all around. Great beat, great vocals, great lyrics. B.o.B. is the next big thing!

@FredRico - Lets not get it twisted, I said I knew she could sing, but I didnt think she as good as she sounded on this.

For the record I probably listen to rock music just as much as I do hip hop so I have heard a fair bit of Paramore, so dont think im new to hearing her sing (though to be honest, ive only ever liked a few of their songs).

recently got into b.o.b. can someone recommend me some songs?

This No Joke Is Good. Ive Been Listening to B.o.B. For Awhile And All He is Doing is Moving up And Up. I Give Him Props.

OK when i heard Hayley Williams was on i was kinda giddy and excited like a kid on the 24th of Dec at 11 59, cause i love their rock and Paramore. so this review might be a bit BiaseD. B.o.B does his thing again. he really does have an ear for melodies and music in general. He knows how to get his point across and the beat helps sync the hip hop and rock worlds together nicely. 4.5

B.o.B. continues to deliver good songs. I definitely agree about him being the best at incorporating urban pop, staying true to his ATL sound, yet being able to crossover to mainstream.

The hook is fitting, while B.o.B.'s introspection is much appreciated. More serious of a track, compared to his other releases, but radio friendly nonetheless. The only problem I had was with the ending, kinda abrupt. But that's nitpicking and I'm lookin forward to the album.

wow are u serious this is amazing im deff lovin his hook was perfect b.o.b deff delivered like he always do

This is the most rated track I've seen in a long time. Great collaboration. And Eminem is coming... this will be epic

oh yea, just one problem, its a little short, he shoulda added another verse, but w/e, i dont give a sh1t...this dude is changing the game

"You wont know what just hit ya" - B.o.B (about his album), he will make that statement come true on April 27th

I can play this song over and over! It's gonna be a hit! I'm a paramore fan I didn't think Hayley coulda pulled this track off but she killed!

For some reason ever since i went to dub show in LA i cant enjoy listening to BOB. He sucked performing live. his flow always sounds da same

Damn, BOB does it again. This has all the makings of a hit. The only thing I'd say is that it's a pretty short track. Add a typical Em guest verse and this is going to be a ridiculous single.

I've been a fan of BOB since Haterz, it's great to see him on the brink of exploding. He's not the most skilled rapper but his originality is why he's where he is.

I always knew B.o.B would be a megastar as soon as I listened to his mixtapes over two years ago. Only 21 years old, and he understands the definition of Hip-Hop. Not only do I predict he will be alone at the top of this Rap game, but he will also revolutionize it. This single shows what this dude is capable of.

Bobby Ray's on a roll... Hit after hit!

B.O.B. is setting the pace casually right now... blew me away with this song.. the top better watch its ass...

b.o.b stands for quality music..
he got his own style..
this man is awesome can't wait for more great tracks..

Absolute tune. The very reason I love this guy because he is something differerent and enjoys being different.

[Hayley Williams]
Can we pretend that airplanes
in the night sky
are like shooting stars
I could really use a wish right now wish right now, wish right now
Can we pretend that airplanes
in the night sky
are like shooting stars
I could really use a wish right now wish right now, wish right now

[B.o.B]
Yeah
I could use a dream or a genie or a wish
to go back to a place much simpler than this
cause after all the partyin’ and smashin’ and crashin’
and all the glitz and the glam and the fashion
and all the pandemonium and all the madness
there comes a time where you fade to the blackness
and when you’re staring at that phone in your lap
and you hoping but them people never call you back
but that’s just how the story unfolds
you get another hand soon after you fold
and when your plans unravel
and they sayin’ what would you wish for
if you had one chance
so airplane airplane sorry I’m late
I’m on my way so don’t close that gate
If I don’t make that then I’ll switch my flight
and I’ll be right back at it by the end of the night

[Hayley Williams]
Can we pretend that airplanes
in the night sky
are like shooting stars
I could really use a wish right now wish right now, wish right now
Can we pretend that airplanes
in the night sky
are like shooting stars
I could really use a wish right now wish right now, wish right now

[B.o.B]
Somebody take me back to the days
before this was a job, before I got paid
before it ever mattered what I had in my bank
Yeah back when I was tryin to get into the subway
and back when I was rappin for the hell of it
but now a days we rappin to stay relevant
I’m guessin' that if we can make some wishes outta airplanes
Then maybe yo maybe I’ll go back to the days
before the politics that we call the rap game
and back when ain’t nobody listened to my mixtape
and back before I tried to cover up my slang
but this is for the ?, what’s up Bobby Ray
so can I get a wish to end the politics
and get back to the music that started this sh!t
so here I stand and then again I say
I’m hopin we can make some wishes outta airplanes

[Hayley Williams]
Can we pretend that airplanes
in the night sky
are like shooting stars
I could really use a wish right now wish right now, wish right now
Can we pretend that airplanes
in the night sky
are like shooting stars
I could really use a wish right now wish right now, wish right now

Man B.o.B is going to be a HUGE star...i havent heard a record this powerful since T.I. dropped Live Your Life. This will be a #1 for sure....Admittedly I hadn't really been checkin for dude until he blew up with Nothin On You, but everything ive heard from this album has been dope. B.o.B. may just give us classic...

wow, another classic. b.o.b cannot fail.

good music, but we've all heard this same song before, each and every year.

I'm a big fan of B.o.B and Paramore this hit a blend of perfect music for me . Hayley's backround vocals did wonders for the song. I think that if B.o.B. collabs with asinger he will have a hit on his hands. (For example Nothin' on You which is a top 10 hit)
Keep it up Bobby Ray!

very good

It wuz ight

everybody took my words lol

I cant stop listening to this song.

great lyrics

If you want to get away from the repetitive and agressiveness you hear from today's hip hop this is a good tune to listen to. If Common did the same song, would he have gotten as much love?

Best song ever!!! B.o.B Goes hard on this and paramore girl good!!

Politics of the rap game finally electing to give Bobby Ray the accolades he deserves..easy cross-over hit for sure on your national 104.1 stations (i swear that's every state's pop dial)..I was hoping Hayley would belt out a quick melody cause she has the pipes but with respect to B.O.B she kept it incog. so you know who's track it is..claps for Bobby Ray

B.o.B is on another level. I can’t wait for his album. I love this song.

Sick song. Nice production. Beat fits B.o.B's flow. Chorus is well sung. Song is about to blow up!

Nice joint with lots of Crossover Appeal. I can see this all over the radio. Respect to B.O.B. for doing his own thing...

B.o.B continually proves that he has the talent and crossover appeal to be huge. I can already imagine this song all over the radio. So far all his singles from his Album have been straight fire (-Bet I Bust). If B.o.B's singles are indicative of his entire album, B.o.B may become the must popular freshmen from '09...sorry Cudi

Hayley Williams was a clutch feature choice for this song. Her image with paramore is no doubt exciting and even flamboyant but the fact that she is able to bring down her voice to fit the calm smooth flow of this song creates a feeling in the listener that gets you hooked on the chorus despite the fact that it comes from a non-hip-hop artist. B.O.B. once again delivers and continues to make a solid name for himself. Can't wait for the album to drop!

An amazing combination. I've been listening to for b.o.b a couple years. Good to see him put out some more quality stuff. He's amazing

Wow...wow is all i can say B.o.B. is an amazing man. This song is the definition of a hit. Like some others on here I would agree Airplanes reminds me of Live Your Life.

Hayley drops some very heartfelt lines on hook. Bobby comes hard as ever and is only highlighted by Hayleys B-E-A-utiful voice.

This WILL be a huge radio hit!

On another note Em will tear this beat up! I cant wait to see how B.o.B. and Hayley hold up to the all out assualt Em is sure to give us on this cut.

B.o.B succeeds in every way that The Rebirth failed. He creates genuine genre transcending songs without forcing the styles together and losing the sense of music. Bobby's crossover appeal is undeniable, and this is possible do to a true love for music.

Damn bobby ray... I rally don't need to say much more front to back banger..

I would never have expected this type of a crossover record with the singer from Paramore...It's probably what made me dislike the song. I just cant go for this type of hook with her singing. B.O.B. could have done the hook himself and then I would have loved it. His verses though are amazing and the song should do really well on the pop radio stations and the Hot 100. It's a good song for the everyday person, bur it won't be something I can really jam to.

Thank you, B.O.B. A.K.A. Bobby Ray for introducing me to the lead singer of Paramore, because I am now going to listen to their album. That's how I find new artists for my podcast or for personal listens. Utada Hikaru by Foxy Brown, Big Ron by Fingazz and Slow Pain. When you have a recognizable artist backing a newcomer, there's high hopes for the artist welcoming their music into your life.

The song itself, mad muh'@*#$!' to Alex Da Kid for this edgy pop goes hip hop beat. Bob killed it, Hayley graced it. It was heaven and hell all in perfect harmony, a feeling I picked up through Bone Thugs-N-Harmony's earlier music.

Unfortunately, I am disappointed. Disappointed for the fact I won't be able to play either version of "Airplanes" on my podcast next month; it's being reserved for Pocos Pero Locos. Still, a standout among the rest.

Bobby Ray is the future. The dude cannot make a bad song, and I love what Ive heard from the album so far. Its sure to be one of the best 2010 has to offer.

This isnt hip-hop, this is good music.

B.O.B. kills this, he's a talented dude, straight up. I like Paramore but her singing style didnt mesh that well to me personally, I kinda got used to it at the end tho. 3.5 stars

B.o.B is just killin em this is already rotating very unexpected collabo. ROTATING HARD.

Wow! If you throw Eminem on this it's the number one song on iTunes. I kid you not. This album is shaping up to be the BEST in a long time.

This is really good, also I ll wait second part with eminem.

I'm all about some B.O.B. right now as most are. But its not just b/c he's popular. He actually deserves all the hype he's getting right. Its long awaited, fresh, music. He's very talented and collabs well with others. He doesn't loose his personal style on this song which you would think that it could be over-shadowed by the hook which is so different, but it doesn't, its a great combination. B.O.B. does it again... Classic!

I love this track. The total concept is dope. Hayley's vocals add a lot and B.O.B.'s verses were all strong.

wow im definitely lovin this song hayley williams voice is awesome in this song the whole premise of the song is great

As if there aren't enough ratings and good feedback already, Hayley killed the chorus without doing too much. And B.o.B will get his wish, the album will be fire.

I've been a fan of Hayley for a while, she has a very distinct voice that you hear a lot emotion from. B.O.B's rhymes i get the same vibe from. Solid performance