"25" is a song by American rapper Rod Wave, released on October 11, 2024, from his sixth studio album Last Lap.[1][2] Produced by EELmatic, it contains samples of "Love Me JeJe" by Tems.
| "25" | |
|---|---|
| Song by Rod Wave | |
| from the album Last Lap | |
| Released | October 11, 2024 |
| Length | 3:00 |
| Label | Alamo |
| Songwriter(s) |
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| Producer(s) | EELmatic |
| Music video | |
| "25" on YouTube | |
Composition
editIn the song, Rod Wave details struggling with lonesome feelings, depression and social anxiety, his strong wish to find true love and wondering if he ever will.[3]
Critical reception
editZachary Horvath of HotNewHipHop wrote of the song, "The relatability on this one makes it a standout, but it's also his pained vocals and ear-grabbing melody that contribute to us revisiting this one more and more."[3]
Charts
edit| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Global 200 (Billboard)[4] | 48 |
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[5] | 5 |
| South Africa (TOSAC)[6] | 33 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[7] | 16 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[8] | 4 |
| US Rhythmic (Billboard)[9] | 36 |
References
edit- ^ "Rod Wave Drops Sixth Studio Album Last Lap". Hypebeast. October 11, 2024. Retrieved October 27, 2024.
- ^ "Rod Wave – '25'". HipHopDX. October 14, 2024. Retrieved October 27, 2024.
- ^ a b Horvath, Zachary (October 14, 2024). "Rod Wave Wants To Find Real Love On "25"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
- ^ "Rod Wave Chart History (Global 200)". Billboard. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. October 21, 2024. Retrieved October 24, 2024.[dead link]
- ^ "Top Release Of The Week: Local & Intl Streaming". The Official South African Charts. Recording Industry of South Africa. Archived from the original on October 25, 2024. Retrieved October 25, 2024.
- ^ "Rod Wave Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
- ^ "Rod Wave Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved October 24, 2024.
- ^ "Rod Wave Chart History (Rhythmic)". Billboard. Retrieved November 25, 2024.