The music video uses a slightly edited version of the song, changing the line "get my shit together" to "get myself together".
The video prominently features a Honda CR-Z and includes a scene where girls use an iPad to browse the dating site PlentyofFish .
Derulo co-wrote the video treatment and has shared that he originally penned the song at 3:00 AM on a discarded couch in his cousin's basement. Musical Trivia Jason Derulo - Ridin' Solo [Official HD Music Video]
Most of the video was filmed at Lot 613 , a warehouse space in Los Angeles. It features futuristic production elements, including a white jacket with spiked sleeves and high-tech dancing scenes on hidden conveyor belts.
The original demo version heavily sampled "Bitter Sweet Symphony" by The Verve. Because the sample was not cleared, it was replaced by electronic motifs for the final release. The music video uses a slightly edited version
The music video for by Jason Derulo, directed by Scott Speer , premiered on May 2, 2010. Released as the third single from his self-titled debut album, it quickly became a worldwide hit, reaching the top 10 in five countries and achieving triple-platinum status in the U.S. and Australia. Key Features of the Music Video
The video opens with a 15-second intro featuring Derulo at a piano performing a snippet of "Blind," another track from his debut album, while looking at a photo of an ex-girlfriend. Musical Trivia Most of the video was filmed
The song's popularity led to notable parodies, including a version created for the Kinect Star Wars game.