The Devil Is a Lie explained

The Devil Is a Lie
Cover:Rick Ross The Devil Is a Lie.jpg
Type:single
Artist:Rick Ross featuring Jay-Z
Album:Mastermind
Released:December 19, 2013
Recorded:2013
Genre:Hip hop
Length:5:12
Chronology:Rick Ross
Prev Title:No Games
Prev Year:2013
Next Title:Thug Cry
Next Year:2014

"The Devil Is a Lie" is a hip hop song by American rapper Rick Ross, featuring Jay-Z. It was released as the lead single from his sixth studio album, Mastermind on December 19, 2013.[1] [2] The song was produced by Major Seven and K.E. on the Track.

Background

On October 23, 2013, Rick Ross announced that the album's second single, which will feature Jay-Z, will be released in early November 2013.[1] The following day, Ross revealed that the song is titled "The Devil Is A Lie". He explained that song saying, "We're pushing the envelope once again and it's just one of those records I can't wait to hit the streets. We went in another direction but it's just one of those records that's gonna speak for itself and everybody's gonna have their opinion of it, but it's most definitely what the streets need."[1] On December 19, 2013, the song was released for digital download.[2] It was sent to urban contemporary radio in the United States on January 21, 2014.[3] Dan Rys of XXL called the instrumental "the most massive beat we've heard this year".

Music video

The video for "The Devil Is A Lie" was released on March 20, 2014, and does not include Jay-Z's verse.[4] An unofficial music video directed by Ashley Smith, has amassed a considerable view count on YouTube as well. This video in question has reached 21 million views, while the official has over 2.6 million as of April 2024. The video features 2 catholic priests lip syncing the entire song, rapping Ross and Jay-Z's respective verses.[5]

Chart performance

Certifications

Release history

CountryDateFormatLabel
United StatesDecember 19, 2013Digital downloadMaybach Music Group, Slip-n-Slide Records, Def Jam Recordings
January 13, 2014Mainstream urban radio[7]
January 21, 2014Urban contemporary radio[8]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Rick Ross' Next Single Will Feature Jay Z – XXL . Xxlmag.com . 2013-10-24 . 2014-01-17.
  2. Web site: iTunes – Music – The Devil Is a Lie (feat. JAY Z) – Single by Rick Ross . Itunes.apple.com . 2013-12-19 . 2014-01-17.
  3. Web site: Urban/UAC Future Releases | R&B, Hip Hop, Release Schedule and Street Dates | . Allaccess.com . 2014-01-17.
  4. Web site: Rick Ross Drops Fiery New Video For "The Devil Is A Lie". 20 March 2014 . XXL. 20 March 2014.
  5. Web site: Rick Ross' 'Devil is a Lie' Gets an Unofficial Visual Treatment. 4 January 2014 .
  6. Web site: Chart: CLUK Update 15.03.2014 (wk10) . Zobbel.de . January 6, 2014 . Zywietz, Tobias.
  7. Web site: Frequency News . Frequency News . 2014-01-13 . 2016-04-06.
  8. Web site: Urban/UAC Future Releases | R&B, Hip Hop, Release Schedule and Street Dates | . Allaccess.com . 2014-02-08.