“Ayo Technology” by 50 Cent (ft. Justin Timberlake and Timberland)

50 Cent and Justin Timberlake’s “Ayo Technology” is based on the vocalist(s) lusting after a woman who is basically a night club dancer. The setting reads as if Fif is situated in a strip club, watching her dance. However, all lyrics considered, he can also be said to be watching her remotely, i.e. via a video on the internet. Indeed the title of this song alludes to the idea of the narrator admiring this woman from afar, even using “technology” to do so. 

But more to the point is that he wants to actually get physical with her. Basically, he is calling for a face-to-face interaction with the lady. And the reason he’s doing this is because his desire for her has reached the point where it can no longer be satiated through viewing alone.

“Ayo! I’m tired of using technology”

Facts about “Ayo Technology”

This actually wasn’t 50’s first time working with Timberlake and Timberland. 50 dropped other tracks with both artists back in 2007. 50 was featured on the remix of Justin’s “Sexy Ladies” track. Fif and his G-Unit cohort Tony Yayo both appeared on Timbaland’s track “Come and Get Me”.

“Ayo Technology” was a major international hit. The song went on to chart in over 20 nations, including the Czech Republic and Brazil. Also it peaked at number 2 in Britain (UK Singles Chart) and number 5 on the famous Hot 100 in America. Additionally a Belgian singer named Milow also dropped a very-successful cover of this song.

“Ayo Technology” is featured on 50 Cent’s 2007 album entitled “Curtis”.

It was written by both 50 and Timberlake alongside its producers: Timbaland and Danja.