In late 2011, plans were announced for a release of a compilation album, later entitled "Cruel Summer". The album's lead single "Mercy", was released on April 6, 2012 and features verses from Kanye West, Pusha T and Big Sean, as well as GOOD Music affiliate 2 Chainz. The album was also preceded by the singles "New God Flow" and "Clique", the latter of which peaked at number 12 on the US "Billboard" Hot 100. It features West and Big Sean rapping alongside Jay-Z. "Cruel Summer" was released on September 18, 2012. It was accompanied by the eponymous short film "Cruel Summer", which was shot in Qatar; the film premiered at Cannes Film Festival.