Sia — Sean Paul

Sia originally wrote "Cheap Thrills" for Rihanna , who reportedly turned it down.

The version featuring Sean Paul was nominated for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards. Sia Sean Paul

The song is a celebration of having a good time on the dance floor without needing "dollar bills" or expensive luxury, emphasizing that connections and music are worth more than "diamonds and gold". Commercial Performance Sia originally wrote "Cheap Thrills" for Rihanna ,

The track was written by Sia and Greg Kurstin , who also produced it. This Is Acting (2016)

While the solo version appeared on Sia’s seventh studio album, This Is Acting (2016), the official remix featuring Sean Paul was released in February 2016 and became the primary version played on the radio.