Wicked (Future song) explained

Wicked
Cover:FutureWicked.jpg
Type:single
Artist:Future featuring DJ Esco
Album:Purple Reign EVOL
Released:April 13, 2016
Recorded:2015
Length:2:53
Chronology:Future
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"Wicked" is a song by American rapper Future. It was originally released on January 17, 2016, as a track from his sixteenth mixtape Purple Reign, before being released as the lead single on April 13. The song was also included on the streaming version of EVOL. The song samples "Kanet Rohi" written by Özcan Deniz, and performed by Rayan.[1]

Release

On January 17, 2016, Future premiered his thirteenth mixtape Purple Reign, which included "Wicked" as the third track.[2] On April 13, 2016, "Wicked" was released for digital download as a single on the iTunes Store, becoming the mixtape's first single.[3] The song was included on the streaming version of Future's fourth studio album, EVOL, which was released on in February 2016.[4]

Music video

The music video for "Wicked", directed by Grant Singer, premiered via Apple Music on June 3, 2016.[5] It was uploaded to Future's Vevo channel on September 1, 2016.[6]

Live performances

Future appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on April 14, 2016, performing "Wicked".[7] On June 26, 2016, he performed the song at the BET Awards.[8] The song was also included on the set list for Future and Drake's 2016 Summer Sixteen Tour.[9]

Remixes and usage in the media

In April 2016, rappers Fabolous and Jadakiss released their collaborative remix of "Wicked".[10] On June 12, 2016, the song was playing during the Orlando nightclub shooting.[11]

Commercial performance

"Wicked" debuted at number 73 on the Billboard Hot 100, and later peaked at number 41 on the chart.

Charts

Year-end charts

Chart (2016)Position
US Billboard Hot 100[12] 97
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[13] 35

Release history

RegionDateFormatLabel
VariousJanuary 17, 2016Digital download
United StatesApril 18, 2016Contemporary hit radio

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Future's 'Wicked' - Discover the Sample Source. WhoSampled.
  2. Web site: Future - Purple Reign. HotNewHipHop. January 17, 2016. October 1, 2016.
  3. Web site: Wicked - Single by Future. iTunes. October 1, 2016.
  4. News: Future Releases 'Wicked' as Radio Single; Added to 'EVOL'. Fashionably-Early. April 18, 2016. October 1, 2016. Malbin .
  5. Web site: Watch Future's Video for "Wicked". Complex. June 3, 2016. June 4, 2016.
  6. Web site: Future - Wicked. YouTube. September 1, 2016. September 2, 2016.
  7. Web site: Future Performs "Wicked" On Jimmy Fallon's "Tonight Show" (Watch Now). April 14, 2016. October 1, 2016.
  8. Web site: Future Performs "Wicked" at 2016 BET Awards. XXL. June 26, 2016. October 1, 2016.
  9. Web site: REVIEW: Drake & Future's 'Summer Sixteen' Concert At MSG Was The Precedent Of The Future Of Rap. iHeartRadio. August 12, 2016. October 1, 2016.
  10. Web site: Listen to Fabolous & Jadakiss' Remix of Future's "Wicked". The Source. April 2, 2016. October 1, 2016.
  11. Web site: Orlando Mass Shooting Victim's Snapchat Captured Start of Gun Battle (Video). Tmzuncut.com. June 13, 2016. October 1, 2016.
  12. Hot 100 Songs - Year-End 2016. Billboard. Billboard. December 8, 2016.
  13. Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – Year-End 2016. Billboard. August 26, 2019.

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