The song is similar in structure, key, and rhythm to the Timbaland-produced "4 Minutes" by Madonna featuring Justin Timberlake and Timbaland.

The song was featured in the plot for the episode "Desperately Seeking Serena" of teen drama Gossip Girl.

[2] The music video was directed by Gil Green and it premiered on February 17, 2008, featuring cameo appearances by DJ Khaled, Rick Ross, Brisco, Gunplay of Triple C's, Dre, Lil Boosie, Christina Milian and DJ Kronik.

Due to the fact, "Elevator" soared 72 spots the next week to #28 and then later peaked at #16.

In Canada the song debuted made a "Hot Shot Debut" at number 12 on the Canadian Hot 100 on the issue of March 1, and then rose to number 10 the next week all based digital sales.