[2] Prior to this, the song received enough early airplay on these formats to debut at number 63 on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart in December 2004 and climb to number 54 two days prior to its release.

[5] On the Billboard Hot 100, the song first charted in March 2005 and peaked at number eight on May 21, staying on the ranking for 22 weeks.

[6] The single also appeared on the Billboard Rhythmic Top 40 chart, where it also reached number eight.

[10] Across Europe, the single entered the top 40 in Germany, Ireland, and Switzerland, placing at number 13 on the Eurochart Hot 100.

[15] "Slow Down" has been certified gold by the RIAA and the British Phonographic Industry (BPI).