"Finesse" is a song by American rapper BossMan Dlow, released on December 20, 2023, from 2 Slippery, the deluxe edition of his debut mixtape Too Slippery (2023). It was produced by Gentle Beatz. An official remix of the song featuring American rapper GloRilla was released on March 25, 2024.
| "Finesse" | ||||
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 Cover art for the official remix | ||||
| Single by BossMan Dlow | ||||
| from the album 2 Slippery | ||||
| Released | March 25, 2024 | |||
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| Length | 2:09 | |||
| Label | Alamo | |||
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| Producer(s) | Gentle Beatz | |||
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| GloRilla singles chronology | ||||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Finesse" on YouTube | ||||
| "Finesse (Remix)" on YouTube | ||||
Composition
editOver a trap[1] and plugg instrumental,[2] the song begins with the chorus, in which BossMan Dlow brags about earning money through illicit means[1] and that he can teach his methods to others.[1][2] In the first verse, he reflects on his past crimes and current success and lifestyle, such as making money, driving fast and receiving many calls and texts on his phone.[1]
Critical reception
editPeter A. Berry of Stereogum described the beat as "subdued, yet stylish". He also commented on the song, "BossMan gets off shit talk with ease, making street logistics sound like just another day at the office" and "Slick, yet emphatic, it's a level of cool you can't teach."[2]
Remix
editThe official remix of the song was released on March 25, 2024. It features a minute-long verse from GloRilla,[3] who raps about outdoing her competition,[1] her New Year's resolution of celibacy,[3][4] and knack for winning over male partners, before ending with a reference to the Evil Queen from "Snow White".[1]
Charts
edit| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
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| US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles (Billboard)[5] | 1 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[6] | 37 |
References
edit- ^ a b c d e f Partridge, Ken (March 25, 2024). "BossMan Dlow Enlists GloRilla For New "Finesse (Remix)"". Genius. Retrieved 14 April 2024.
- ^ a b c Berry, Peter A. (April 10, 2024). "J. Cole And When Keeping It Real Goes Wrong". Stereogum. Retrieved 14 April 2024.
- ^ a b Horvath, Zachary (March 25, 2024). "BossMan Dlow Recruits GloRilla For Remix Of 2023 Hit "Finesse"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 14 April 2024.
- ^ Mendez, Marisa (March 28, 2024). "GloRilla Joins BossMan Dlow On 'Finesse' Remix: Listen". HipHopDX. Retrieved 14 April 2024.
- ^ "GloRilla Chart History (Bubbling Under Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved April 14, 2024.
- ^ "GloRilla Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved April 14, 2024.