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21 Savage & Metro Boomin’s “Savage Mode II” Debuts At #1
21 Savage and Metro Boomin treated the release of Savage Mode II with the glossy roll-out it deserved. Four years after the release of their debut joint effort together, the pair released a full-length for the follow-up with skits provided by Morgan Freeman. The anticipation has been high. Fans even launched a petition demanding its release.
That being said, it should come as no surprise that the pair have debuted atop the Billboard 200 with Savage Mode 2. Moving 171K in its first week, with 22K of those coming from merchandise/album bundles, the pair both scored their second number one debuts, and fourth top 10 debuts, in their career. 21’s i am > i was was a massive commercial success that propelled to #1. Metro’s Not All Heroes Wear Capes also debuted at #1 in 2018.
YG didn’t score a #1 debut but he did have much higher album sales than anticipated. My Life 4Hunnid debuts at #4, marking his highest-charting album since My Krazy Life.
Just below YG is Bryson Tiller whose latest project, Anniversary rounds out the top 5. He moved 57K in his first week with 52K of those coming from streams, 4K in sales, and 1K in TEA.
Hip-hop is still dominating the top 10, overall. Besides the new debuts, Juice WRLD’s Legends Never Die drops from #6 to #8 while NBA Youngboy’s TOP hugs the #9 spot for a second week in a row. Pop Smoke also sits at #3 this week. Meanwhile, Lil Baby’s My Turn jumps from 12 to 10, continuing the Atlanta rapper’s reign as a commercial giant.
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Tiri The Seed expertly blends vintage musical elements with contemporary production techniques in “Back In The Room.” This track pulsates with a retro vibe, yet maintains a fresh sonic identity, largely due to Tiri’s charismatic vocal delivery, which infuses the mix with an effortlessly cool energy. Thematically, “Back In The Room” explores the nuances of reconnection, encapsulating that poignant emotional experience of revisiting spaces or moments previously perceived as lost.
Musically, Tiri’s signature vocal timbre overlays an infectious rhythmic foundation paired with lush, sweeping synths, evoking the ambiance of a late-night drive down memory lane. The lyrics are crafted to provoke introspection while the production invites physical movement, striking a harmonious balance between nostalgia and celebration. Tiri’s warm delivery creates an intimate listening experience, drawing the audience into a shared reminiscence of formative moments. The track encapsulates a dichotomy of nostalgia and optimism, making it essential for those who appreciate a classic aesthetic imbued with modern sensibilities.
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The listening experience is intimate, akin to sharing a personal revelation, which enhances the profound quality of the piece. As the final notes fade, the lingering resonance of the song invites reflection, echoing themes of hope and resilience that are striking in their simplicity. Janet Noh successfully cultivates an atmosphere of comfort and contemplation, which speaks to the listener on a personal and universal level.
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