It was released on 12 February 2021 as a promotional single from their collaborative EP, Bang (2021).

The song samples the 1984 composition "Axel F" by Harold Faltermeyer.

[1] She later performed the song live at the Sydney Opera House for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on 3 March 2021[2] and a day later on Australian breakfast show Sunrise.

[3][4] In its third week on 11 March 2021, following a high-energy set at Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, "Bang Bang" was the biggest mover on Australian radio.

[5] On 18 March 2021, Ora performed at the Nova Red Room, including a slower version of "Bang Bang", which was described by the station as "a hauntingly beautiful version".