"Peggy" is a song by English rapper Ceechynaa. It was released independently on 5 December 2024[2][3] and marks her first release since the remix of her 2023 single "Last Laugh" with NLE Choppa.[4] The UK hip-hop song and its accompanying music video gained online attention due to its provocative visuals and raunchy lyrics.[5][6] "Peggy" became Ceechynaa's first entry on the UK Singles Chart.[7]
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| Single by Ceechynaa | ||||
| Released | 5 December 2024 | |||
| Genre | UK hip-hop[1] | |||
| Length | 2:39 | |||
| Label | Self-released | |||
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| "Peggy" on YouTube | ||||
Music and lyrics
edit"Peggy" was written by Ceechynaa, and co-produced by Rupa Beats with Extendo Beats.[8] Raphael Helfand of The Fader described the song as a deviation of the UK drill beats of her previous singles for something "a bit more horrorcore, setting the stage for a brilliant, Memphis-themed hook."[9] He also praised her for "reversing the misogyny of Juicy J's "Half on a Sack" bar", stating that Ceechynaa "spits directly in the face of rap fans who'd rather plug their ears than let a fem MC cook."[9] A music video was released on 5 December 2024.[10]
Reception
editThe song was met with positive reviews by music critics. GRM Daily praised the track, stating that the song "reaffirms her reputation as an artist unafraid to push boundaries and speak her mind, making it well worth the wait for her fans."[11] Raphael Helfand of The Fader included "Peggy" in the magazine "Songs You Need In Your Life This Week" section saying that Ceechynaa digs in even deeper as she "cements her position as a challenger to rap's toxic gender norms."[9] Notion magazine called the track "a fiery anthem packed with unapologetic femme energy" and praised the track for being a "bold statement that reclaims the spotlight and keeps the boys in check." [12] Pitchfork included the track on their Selects playlist, which includes some of the Pitchfork staff's favorite new music.[13]
Several lines from the track went viral, including ""'Chyna, please have mercy, I ain't gettin' paid 'til the end of the week' / I don’t give a fuck, shut the fuck up / Get on your knees and grease my feet (Pussy)"".[14] American rapper Cardi B and English electropop singer-songwriters Ellie Goulding and Charli xcx showed public support to "Peggy" making their own social media posts, with all three lip-syncing to the track.[14][15]
Charts
edit| Charts (2024) | Peak position |
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| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[16] | 13 |
| UK Independent Singles Chart (OCC)[17] | 11 |
| UK Independent Singles Breakers Chart (OCC)[18] | 2 |
| UK Hip Hop/R&B Singles Chart (OCC)[19] | 12 |
| UK Singles (OCC)[7] | 79 |
References
edit- ^ Rasmin, Sam (2024-12-09). "NEW: Ceechynaa - Peggy". CGuk. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ^ Peggy - Single by Ceechynaa on Apple Music, 2024-12-05, retrieved 2024-12-16
- ^ Spotify, Ceechynaa (2024-12-05), Peggy - Single by Ceechynaa, Spotify, retrieved 2024-12-16
- ^ "INDEPENDENT U.K. ACT: CEECHYNAA". HITS Daily Double. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ DAILY, GRM (2024-12-06). "Ceechynaa returns with controversial new drop "Peggy"". GRM Daily. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ Ceechynaa (2024-12-05). Ceechynaa - Peggy. Retrieved 2024-12-16 – via YouTube.
- ^ a b "Official Singles Chart Top 100 on 13/12/2024". Official Charts. 2024-12-15. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ Credits of "Peggy" - Single by Ceechynaa on Spotify, Spotify, 2024-12-05, retrieved 2024-12-18
- ^ a b c "Songs You Need In Your Life This Week". The FADER. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ Ceechynaa (2024-12-05). Ceechynaa - Peggy. Retrieved 2024-12-16 – via YouTube.
- ^ DAILY, GRM (2024-12-06). "Ceechynaa returns with controversial new drop "Peggy"". GRM Daily. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ Staff, Notion (2024-12-06). "NOTION NOW #224: Sky Ferreira, Skepta & Lex Luger". Notion. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ Pitchfork (2024-12-09). "9 Songs You Should Listen to Now: This Week's Pitchfork Selects Playlist". Pitchfork. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ a b Burton, Poppy (2024-12-16). "Charli XCX, Cardi B and Ellie Goulding react to Ceechynaa's X-rated single 'Peggy'". NME. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ Reichard, Ryan (2024-12-16). "Cardi B, Charli XCX and Ellie Goulding Weigh in on Viral Rapper Ceechynaa's 'Outrageous' Hit 'Peggy'". Music Times. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. 20 December 2024. Retrieved 20 December 2024.
- ^ "Official Independent Singles Chart on 13/12/2024". Official Charts. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ "Official Independent Singles Breakers Chart on 13/12/2024". Official Charts. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ "Official Hip Hop and R&B Singles Chart on 13/12/2024". Official Charts. Retrieved 2024-12-16.