"OctaHate" is the debut single by Ryn Weaver, taken from her Promises EP[3] as well as debut album, The Fool. It was released by Interscope and Friends Keep Secrets Records on August 8, 2014.[4] The song's lyrics, which do not contain the title, were written by Weaver and fellow musician Charli XCX, while production was handled by Benny Blanco, Michael Angelakos of Passion Pit and Norwegian electronic musician Cashmere Cat.
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| Released | August 8, 2014 | |||
| Recorded | 2014 Matzah Ball Studio (New York, NY) Mega House Studio (Venice, LA) Blackbird Studio (Nashville, TN) | |||
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| Length | 3:26 | |||
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Music video
editThe original music video for "OctaHate" was taken down, and replaced by a new one on May 14, 2015.[5] During an interview with New York magazine, Weaver talked about why she took down the original. She claims the video was made on a small budget and wasn't executed properly so she chose to create a new one because she "wanted people to understand [her] cohesive vision."[6] The new music video for "OctaHate" was inspired by the 1966 film Daisies by director Věra Chytilová. Weaver explained, "For the second one, we ripped a page from this '60s Czech film called Daisies—this feminist, absurdist piece. In this scene, they talk about how the whole world is spoiled and how as a result, they should spoil themselves," a theme which can be seen mirrored in the music video.
Live performances
editRyn made her live TV debut with OctaHate on the Late Show with David Letterman on January 15, 2015.[7]
Critical reception
editChris Deville from Stereogum praised the song saying, "Even at a time when it seems like every upstart on SoundCloud is pushing sparkly pan-genre synthpop, 'OctaHate' stood out for its sleek exterior and the effortless manner in which it swung from playful sway to magnificent sweep."[8] The song was also given a positive review by Michelle Geslani of Consequence of Sound saying, "'OctaHate' is as catchy as a pop number can possibly hope to be. Between the twinkling xylophones, airtight melodies, and frothy beats, Weaver already sounds radio-ready, just in time for summer."[9]
Charts
edit| Chart (2014–15) | Peak position |
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| US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles (Billboard)[10] | 3 |
| US Pop Airplay (Billboard)[11] | 27 |
| US Billboard Twitter Emerging Artists[12] | 1 |
Certifications
edit| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
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| United States (RIAA)[13] | Gold | 500,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
References
edit- ^ Kritselis, Alex (June 16, 2014). "Ryn Weaver's "OctaHate" Is One of the Best Debuts of the Year So Far —LISTEN". Bustle staff. Retrieved May 24, 2015.
- ^ Alfonso, Fernando (May 29, 2015). "Can we take Ryn Weaver's meteoric rise at face value?". Dailydot.com. Retrieved June 4, 2014.
- ^ "Promises EP". SoundCloud. Retrieved 8 June 2017.
- ^ Kritselis, Alex (June 16, 2014). "Ryn Weaver's "OctaHate" Is One of the Best Debuts of the Year So Far —LISTEN". Bustle staff. Retrieved May 24, 2015.
- ^ "Ryn Weaver - OctaHate - YouTube". YouTube. May 14, 2015. Retrieved June 14, 2015.
- ^ "Ryn Weaver on Girl Power, Sexuality, and Selfies". NYMag.com. June 9, 2015. Retrieved June 14, 2015.
- ^ "Ryn Weaver Makes Her Television Debut on 'Letterman' - SPIN". www.spin.com. Retrieved 8 June 2017.
- ^ "Artist To Watch: Ryn Weaver - Stereogum". www.stereogum.com. 12 August 2014. Retrieved 8 June 2017.
- ^ "Listen: Ryn Weaver's new song "OctaHate"". 25 June 2014. Retrieved 8 June 2017.
- ^ "Ryn Weaver Chart History (Bubbling Under Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved June 23, 2015.
- ^ "Ryn Weaver Chart History (Pop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved June 23, 2015.
- ^ "Billboard - Ryn Weaver - Chart History - Twitter Emerging Artists". Billboard. July 19, 2014. Retrieved June 23, 2015.
- ^ "American single certifications – Ryn Weaver – OctaHate". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved May 5, 2020.