Keri Hilson - Knock You Down Ft. Kanye West, Ne-yo May 2026

It features a "moderate R&B groove" in the key of G minor , beginning with a rap intro by Kanye West over stabbing synth riffs.

Watch the official music video and live performances to experience the narrative and vocal chemistry of this R&B classic: Keri Hilson - Knock You Down ft. Kanye West, Ne-Yo

The song explores the unpredictable and often overwhelming nature of love—how it can "knock you down" just when you least expect it. It features a "moderate R&B groove" in the

The song includes a notable nod to Michael Jackson with the line "This is bad, real bad, Michael Jackson," which gained unintended significance as the song was released around the time of the singer's passing. Musical Composition Keri Hilson - Knock You Down ft. Kanye West, Ne-Yo

The song also earned a nomination for at the 52nd Grammy Awards .