"First Class" was a commercial juggernaut, achieving several massive milestones:

Check out the official music video, which features a stylish cameo from Brazilian superstar Anitta: Jack Harlow - First Class [Official Music Video] Jack Harlow YouTube• May 6, 2022 Impact and Legacy

A tribute to his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky , and the University of Louisville Cardinals.

Flying High: The Global Takeover of Jack Harlow's "First Class"

It became the first hip-hop song of 2022 to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 .

Beyond the US, it hit No. 1 in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, and reached the top 10 in over a dozen other countries.

When Jack Harlow teased a snippet of "First Class" on TikTok in early April 2022, the world knew a hit was coming. Within days, the clip garnered over , setting the stage for one of the most dominant chart runs of the year. Released as the second single from his sophomore album, Come Home the Kids Miss You , the track didn't just climb the charts—it soared straight to the top. A Masterclass in Sampling

Harlow has spoken about his deep artistic connection to Fergie, even recalling his 5th-grade attempt to perform "Fergalicious" at a talent show. This "full-circle moment" was solidified at the , where Fergie made a surprise appearance to join him for a show-stopping medley. Deciphering the "G-L-A-M" Lyrics