Owa Owa
"Owa Owa" is a song by American rapper Lil Tecca, released on May 30, 2025 as the second single from his fifth studio album Dopamine. Produced by Rio Leyva and Taz Taylor, it contains a sample of "Video Killed the Radio Star" by the Buggles.
Background
Lil Tecca previewed the song in a snippet on Instagram on April 22, 2025, prior to its release.
Composition
"Owa Owa" is a melodic trap song. In the lyrics, Lil Tecca boasts his luxury items such as Chrome Hearts accessories and details flirting with a woman, particularly charming her with his lavish lifestyle. 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.
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." 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." 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."
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. It was directed by Gualo Dawes.