[1] The song was written by Chris Brown, Sean Kingston, Davido and Lojay, while its production was handled by DJ Hardwerk.

[1] Brown and Davido already worked on several songs together prior to "Sensational", including "Blow My Mind", "Lower Body", "Under the Influence", "Shopping Spree" and "Nobody Has to Know".

"Sensational" is an Afrobeats song,[2][3] produced by DJ Hardwerk, featuring guest appearances from Nigerian singers Davido and Lojay.

[7] Billboard defined the track as a "sugary anthem", saying that "Sensational" is the type of song that "made [Chris Brown] R&B’s ultimate casanova".

[10] NotJustOk praised the artists' performances and DJ Hardwerk's production, calling the song "an auditory delight that fully lives up to its name, as it showcases the musical prowess and synergy of these three remarkable acts".

[13] On January 30, 2024, "Sensational" debuted at number 96 on the US Billboard Hot 100, serving as Davido and Lojay's first entry on the chart, and Brown's 117th.