Whippin Explained

Whippin
Cover:Kiiara Whippin.jpg
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Type:single
Artist:Kiiara featuring Felix Snow
Released:[1]
Recorded:2017
Genre:Pop[2]
Label:Atlantic
Chronology:Kiiara
Prev Title:Heavy
Prev Year:2017
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Next Year:2017

"Whippin" is a song by American singer Kiiara, featuring American electronic music producer Felix Snow and was included on her debut studio album Lil Kiiwi.[3]

Notes and References

  1. News: Mike Wass. April 12, 2017. Kiiara & Felix Snow's "Whippin" Is Perfect For Festival Season. Idolator. June 11, 2017.
  2. News: Sam Murphy. April 13, 2017. Hear Kiiara's Slippery New Gem 'Whippin'. Interns Music. June 11, 2017.
  3. News: Kiiara Whips Up New Track, "Whippin" - Live 95.5. 2017-04-13. Live 95.5. 2017-09-03. en-US.
  4. Web site: Whippin (feat. Felix Snow) by Kiiara BPM Key Find Song Tempo. findsongtempo.com. en. 2017-09-03.
  5. Web site: Hear Kiiara's Slippery New Gem 'Whippin'. 2017-04-13. The Interns. 2017-09-03.
  6. Web site: Track Review: Kiiara ft. Felix Snow, 'Whippin'. Hype. The Musical. 2017-04-20. The Musical Hype. 2017-09-03.
  7. Web site: Premiere: Watch Kiiara's New Video for "Whippin" f/ Felix Snow. Complex. en. 2017-09-03.
  8. Web site: Dutchcharts.nl – Dutch Single Tip – 22/07/2017. Dutch. MegaCharts. August 22, 2017.
  9. Web site: NZ Heatseekers Singles Chart. Recorded Music NZ. April 4, 2017. June 22, 2017.
  10. Web site: Vecolista Heatseeker – Vecka 18, 5 maj 2017. Sverigetopplistan. Swedish. April 1, 2018.
  11. Web site: Felix Snow | Biography & History | AllMusic|last=Liam Martin|website=AllMusic|access-date=June 11, 2017}} It was released on April 12, 2017 through Atlantic Records].[3]

    Composition

    "Whippin" is in the key of G minor, and moves at a tempo of 83 beats per minute in a 4/4 time signature.[4] It features electronic voice glitches over a hip hop-inspired beat. It was compared to her hit single "Gold."[5]

    Critical reception

    Mike Wass of Idolator said "'Whippin' is all about capturing a vibe via a repetitive chorus and demented electronic production. There is a little more bite this time, however, courtesy of Kiiara's fiery verses." Sam Murphy of The Interns wrote that "there are similarities to 'Gold' but ultimately it’s a new beast with even sweeter hooks." The Musical Hype was more critical of the song, writing that it called for "no need for deep analysis." He additionally called the second verse "forced," and wrote that "anyone could’ve recorded 'Whippin.'"[6]

    Music video

    The music video for "Whippin" was released on May 8, 2017 and it was directed by Colin Tilley. It features Kiiara on a variety of different modes of transportation.[7]

    Charts

    Chart (2017)Peak
    position
    Netherlands (Single Tip)[8] 13
    New Zealand Heatseekers (RMNZ)[9] 6
    Sweden Heatseeker (Sverigetopplistan)[10] 9

    References

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