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How We Do (Party)

Rita Ora · 2012

28 min · 5 tracks · contemporary R&B

An anthemic blend of pop and R&B, radiating infectious energy perfect for the dance floor.

Top tracks — play these first

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    How We Do (Party) Start here — This title track encapsulates the album's vibrant spirit, combining catchy melodies with a danceable beat that invites listeners to join in on the celebration.
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    How We Do (Party) (Gustavo Scorpio club mix) — This remix enhances the original’s energetic vibe while introducing deeper bass lines and electrifying drops, exemplifying its adaptability for club settings.
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    How We Do (Party) (Papercha$er club remix) — This version reimagines the song with a faster tempo and fresh instrumental layers, showcasing how remixes can elevate a hit into new realms of enjoyment.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

31 /100
Lowland
Higher than 0% of albums we've rated

The single showcases solid production but lacks depth and cohesion across its remixes.

What we noticed

  • The lead track features a steady mid-tempo beat with a prominent bass line and layered synths, creating a danceable groove.
  • Each remix offers a different interpretation of the original, varying in tempo and arrangement while maintaining the core melody.
  • The original track is structured with a clear verse-chorus format, while the remixes extend sections for club play.
Composition 25% of the score
5/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
4/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
4/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
3/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • high-energy party anthems
  • dance floor-ready remixes
  • short bursts of infectious fun
  • upbeat tracks for celebration

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer slow, reflective music
  • want deep lyrical narratives

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This single established Rita Ora's mainstream success and recognition.
Career context
Released in March 2012, How We Do (Party) marked Rita Ora's debut single, launching her into mainstream success. At this point, she was transitioning from a promising artist featured on other tracks to a solo star with a distinctive sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Dua Lipa· Tinashe· Jessie J

Tracklist

  • 1 How We Do (Party) Start here 4:07
  • 2 How We Do (Party) (Gustavo Scorpio club mix) 7:33
  • 3 How We Do (Party) (Papercha$er club remix) 6:11
  • 4 How We Do (Party) (Sandro Silva extended club mix) 5:36
  • 5 How We Do (Party) (Laidback Luke club remix) (explicit) 5:12

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