Gyalis Explained

Gyalis
Type:single
Cover:Gyalis.jpg
Artist:Capella Grey
Released:
  • January 4, 2021
  • June 17, 2021 (Re-released)
Recorded:2020
Genre:
Length:1:45
Producer:Capella Grey
Chronology:Capella Grey
Prev Title:One More Chance
Prev Year:2020
Next Title:Sas Crise
Next Year:2021

"Gyalis" is a song by American singer Capella Grey. It was released on January 4, 2021, through Capitol Records and Allepac the Family. Rappers Mannie Fresh, Lil Wayne and Juvenile are credited as co-writers of the song as it samples Juvenile's "Back That Azz Up". The song went viral on TikTok,[2] and gained over 18.1 million streams on Spotify by September 2021,[3] reaching number 10 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.[4]

Background and composition

Grey told Billboard of the inspiration behind the song, explaining: "I was in LA [Los Angeles] at the time. I made the beat and got in the booth real quick, and after I recorded on it, I added a little more to the beat and then recorded on it some more and mixed it on my laptop. It just popped in my head, it wasn't too much of a buildup or anything like that. When the 'Back That Azz Up' sample plays in the club, it's a big moment. Turning that into a whole uptown type of feel, I felt like that really shook the room. Once I got the inspiration for it, I just went for it."[5]

The song samples "Back That Azz Up" (1999) by Juvenile.[6] It is written in the key of A♭ major, with a tempo of 96 beats per minute.[7]

Music video

An accompanying video was released on August 26, 2021, and directed by Brennan Rowe. It was filmed in Grey's hometown, Bronx, and "captures the heart and soul of New York's uptown movement".[8] It features Grey "vibing in a sea of fans who eagerly came out take part in the shoot".[9]

Credits and personnel

Credits adapted from AllMusic.[10]

Charts

Weekly charts

Chart (2021)! scope="col"
Peak
position
Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[11] 84
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[12] 34
Global 200 (Billboard)[13] 161
US Billboard Hot 100[14] 38
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[15] 10
US Rhythmic (Billboard)[16] 6

Year-end charts

Chart (2021)! scope="col"
Position
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[17] 62

Remix versions

Gyalis (Remix)
Cover:Gyalis rmx.jpg
Type:song
Artist:Capella Grey featuring Popcaan and Chris Brown
Released:October 1, 2021
Recorded:2020–2021
Genre:
Length:3:16
Producer:Capella Grey

The official remix was released on October 1, 2021, and features Jamaican dancehall artist Popcaan and R&B singer Chris Brown.[18]

On May 31, 2022, Capella Grey released a "Shemix" featuring Chlöe with a female's perspective of the song.[19] The remix was released after popular demand following Chlöe posting her remix and going viral on social media on May 10.[20]

Other unofficial remixes were released by many artists including A Boogie wit da Hoodie, Tory Lanez, Kranium, Angel and Haile, among others.

Critical reception

Kim Somajor of The Source said that the remix "elevates the song", praising particularly Brown's "superlative singing flow".[21] Alex Zidel of HotNewHipHop said that the artist featured on the remix "fit perfectly on the song" creating "an even stronger vibe" than the original version.[22] Respects writer called the remix "electrifying", stating that "the rich melodies and playful energy of “Gyalis” have made the song synonymous with the warmer months, and this new version only magnifies these feelings".[23]

Release history

Region! scope="col"
DateFormatVersionLabel
VariousJanuary 4, 2021OriginalAllepac the Family, Capitol[24]
October 1, 2021Popcaan and Chris Brown remix
May 31, 2022Chlöe remix

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Capella Grey, born Gyalis. Jamaica Observer. Jackson. Kevin. September 17, 2021. November 23, 2021.
  2. Web site: GYALIS created by Capella Grey | Popular songs on TikTok.
  3. Web site: Capella Grey touches on "Gyalis" being one of the Tri-State Area's songs of the summer. Hip Hop Canada. September 15, 2021. November 23, 2021.
  4. Capella Grey's 'Gyalis' Hits Top 10 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Chart. Billboard. Andeson. Trevor. November 12, 2021. November 23, 2021.
  5. How Capella Grey's 'No Rules' Mantra Led to Breakthrough Hit 'Gyalis'. Billboard. Dailey. Hannah. September 30, 2021. November 23, 2021.
  6. Web site: The Break Presents – Capella Grey. XXL. Seabrook III. Robby. August 25, 2021. November 23, 2021.
  7. https://tunebat.com/Info/GYALIS-Capella-Grey/7wpyrkjEgz7W1vNYDxMKrF
  8. Web site: Capella Grey Releases Visual For New York Anthem, 'Gyalis'. Udiscovermusic. Schube. Will. August 25, 2021. November 23, 2021.
  9. Web site: Capella Grey reps uptown in official "Gyalis" music video. Revolt. Cho. Regina. August 26, 2021. November 23, 2021.
  10. Web site: Capella Grey – Gyalis / Credits. All Music. November 23, 2021.
  11. Billboard Canadian Hot 100 Chart: October 16, 2021. Billboard. December 14, 2021.
  12. Web site: The Official New Zealand Music Chart . December 14, 2023.
  13. Billboard Global 200: October 16, 2021. Billboard. November 23, 2021.
  14. Hot 100 Chart: October 16, 2021. Billboard. January 2, 2013. November 23, 2021.
  15. Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs: November 13, 2021. Billboard. January 2, 2013. November 23, 2021. subscription.
  16. Rhythmic Airplay: December 4, 2021. Billboard. November 28, 2013. November 30, 2021. subscription.
  17. Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – Year-End 2021. Billboard. January 2, 2013. December 3, 2021.
  18. Web site: Capella Grey Announces 'Gyalis' Remix With Popcaan, Chris Brown. Dancehallmag. Baugh. Claudine. September 28, 2021. November 23, 2021.
  19. Web site: Chloe Lends A Sultry Verse To A 'Shemix' Of Capella Grey's 'Gyalis' . Uproxx. May 31, 2022 .
  20. Chloe Puts Her Impressive Vocal Runs to the Test in Cover of Capella Grey's 'Gyalis': Watch . Billboard.
  21. Web site: Capella Grey's Official "Gyalis" Remix Features Chris Brown and Popcaan. October 2021.
  22. Web site: Capella Grey Remixes Song of the Summer "Gyalis" with Chris Brown & Popcaan. HNHH. October 2021.
  23. https://respect.com/2021/10/chris-brown-popcaan-join-capella-grey-for-highly-anticipated-gyalis-remix/
  24. Web site: Gyalis - Single by Capella Grey. January 4, 2021. Apple Music. November 23, 2021.