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

West's verses represent the "crash" of heartbreak and loss, while Ne-Yo's "crash" symbolizes the positive surrender of falling deeply in love.

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 explores the unpredictable and often overwhelming nature of love—how it can "knock you down" just when you least expect it. West's verses represent the "crash" of heartbreak and

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. It features a "moderate R&B groove" in the

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

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