The song was released on September 17, 2013, by Tha Alumni Music Group, 88 Classic and RCA Records as the lead single from his second studio album, My Own Lane (2014).

The song, produced by DJ Mustard and Mike Free, features a hook by American recording artist Chris Brown.

[2] The song features a hook and bridge recorded by RCA label-mate Chris Brown, production by DJ Mustard, along with containing an interpolation of Robin S.'s 1993 hit "Show Me Love".

[3][4][5] The song's production features a bubbling trap instrumental with a slight R&B vibe, along with a booming beat and clapping snares that was described as being tailor-made for the clubs and radio alike.

[12] Edwin Ortiz of HipHopDX said, "His two collaborations with Chris Brown, "Show Me" and "Main Chick," display early and often Ink's penchant for tailoring melodies for the masses.

[24] On January 7, 2014, Kid Ink made his late-night television debut performing "Show Me" on Conan with the song's producer DJ Mustard and singer Eric Bellinger replacing Chris Brown.

[27] Ink performed the song solo at Power 106's Yesi Ortiz's birthday event at The Belasco Theatre in Los Angeles, California.

[33] On February 13, 2014, the official remix of "Show Me" was released, featuring Chris Brown, Trey Songz, Juicy J and 2 Chainz.