Jonas famously performed the track with Ty Dolla $ign at the , starting the performance in a New York City diner before taking it to the streets.

: Jonas dances through the diner, serving plates of "salty pork goodness" to patrons and eventually starting a full-blown restaurant party.

The central metaphor, "throw some bacon on it," suggests that when life is already going well, you add something extra to make it even better—much like adding bacon to an already great dish.

The music video, filmed at the vintage diner in New Orleans , leans heavily into the literal interpretation of the title.

: The video features a guest appearance by Ty Dolla $ign, who performs his verse surrounded by models and lowriders, as well as a cameo from actor Chord Overstreet .

Despite its literal title, the song isn't a culinary anthem. According to Jonas, "Bacon" is about the liberation found roughly two months after a breakup. It captures the moment you realize you're finally okay being solo and start embracing your newfound freedom—staying out late, avoiding drama, and doing exactly what you want.

: Reviewers noted the video captures the "greasy glory" of a late-night diner run, evoking the feeling of a post-party celebration. Reception and Performance

Released on June 3, 2016, "" serves as the second single from Nick Jonas’s third solo studio album, Last Year Was Complicated . Featuring a smooth bridge from Ty Dolla $ign , the track leans into a "grown and sexy" R&B vibe, blending pulsing beats with trap-influenced production. The Meaning: More Freedom, Less Breakfast