Lil Tecca previewed the song in a snippet on Instagram on April 22, 2025, prior to its release.[1]
Composition
"Owa Owa" is a melodic trap song.[2] In the lyrics, Lil Tecca boasts his luxury items such as Chrome Hearts accessories[3] and details flirting with a woman, particularly charming her with his lavish lifestyle.[4][5] The production samples the "owa-owa" refrain from "Video Killed the Radio Star", which acts as her response to the activities of their relationship, such as sex and extravagance. Tecca also brags about having a "roster" of casual sex partners.[3]
Critical reception
The song received generally positive reviews. Billboard's Christopher Claxton called it a "hypnotic blend of flex-heavy bars and carefree energy, wrapped in a woozy, melodic beat."[3] In regard to the sample, Armon Sadler of Vibe wrote that Lil Tecca "sticks the landing with flying colors". He additionally described the song as a "sensual, unashamed, fun effort with a lot of replay value due to its two-minute, 12-second run time."[2] Stephen Andrew Galiher of Vice commented, "'Owa Owa' is a slow jam with a transformative beat that doesn't rely on its source material's nostalgia to carry it. This is one you're gonna want to add to all your summer playlists."[6]
Music video
The music video was released alongside the single. It sees Lil Tecca performing in front of a wall that is graffitied with the word "Dopamine". He also takes his lover to Round One and roams through a grassy field.[5]
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