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

in New Zealand , where it was certified quadruple platinum.

The song also earned a nomination for at the 52nd Grammy Awards . Keri Hilson - Knock You Down ft. Kanye West, Ne-Yo

Released in 2009, "" is a standout R&B and hip-hop collaboration by American singer-songwriter Keri Hilson , featuring Kanye West and Ne-Yo . The track served as the fourth single from Hilson's debut album, In a Perfect World... , and became one of her most successful releases. Core Themes & Lyrics in New Zealand , where it was certified quadruple platinum

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. The track served as the fourth single from

Produced by , the track is a blend of R&B, hip-hop, and pop elements.

The song explores the unpredictable and often overwhelming nature of love—how it can "knock you down" just when you least expect it.