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Gyalis

"Gyalis" is a song by American singer Capella Grey. It was released on January 4, 2021, through Capitol Records and Allepac the Family. Rappers Mannie Fresh, Lil Wayne and Juvenile are credited as co-writers of the song as it samples Juvenile's "Back That Azz Up". The song went viral on TikTok,[2] and gained over 18.1 million streams on Spotify by September 2021,[3] reaching number 10 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.[4]

"Gyalis"
Single by Capella Grey
Released
  • January 4, 2021
  • June 17, 2021 (Re-released)
Recorded2020
Genre
Length1:45
Label
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)Capella Grey
Capella Grey singles chronology
"One More Chance"
(2020) 		"Gyalis"
(2021) 		"Sas Crise"
(2021)
Music video
"Gyalis" on YouTube

Background and composition

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Grey told Billboard of the inspiration behind the song, explaining: "I was in LA [Los Angeles] at the time. I made the beat and got in the booth real quick, and after I recorded on it, I added a little more to the beat and then recorded on it some more and mixed it on my laptop. It just popped in my head, it wasn't too much of a buildup or anything like that. When the 'Back That Azz Up' sample plays in the club, it's a big moment. Turning that into a whole uptown type of feel, I felt like that really shook the room. Once I got the inspiration for it, I just went for it."[5]

The song samples "Back That Azz Up" (1999) by Juvenile.[6] It is written in the key of A♭ major, with a tempo of 96 beats per minute.[7]

Music video

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An accompanying video was released on August 26, 2021, and directed by Brennan Rowe. It was filmed in Grey's hometown, Bronx, and "captures the heart and soul of New York's uptown movement".[8] It features Grey "vibing in a sea of fans who eagerly came out take part in the shoot".[9]

Credits and personnel

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Credits adapted from AllMusic.[10]

Charts

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Certifications

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Region Certification Certified units/sales
United Kingdom (BPI)[20] Silver 200,000‡
United States (RIAA)[21] Platinum 1,000,000‡

‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

Remix versions

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"Gyalis (Remix)"
 
Song by Capella Grey featuring Popcaan and Chris Brown
ReleasedOctober 1, 2021
Recorded2020–2021
Genre
Length3:16
Label
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)Capella Grey
Audio video
"Gyalis" (Remix) on YouTube

The official remix was released on October 1, 2021, and features Jamaican dancehall artist Popcaan and R&B singer Chris Brown.[22]

On May 31, 2022, Capella Grey released a "Shemix" featuring Chlöe with a female's perspective of the song.[23] The remix was released after popular demand following Chlöe posting her remix and going viral on social media on May 10.[24]

Other unofficial remixes were released by many artists including A Boogie wit da Hoodie, Tory Lanez, Kranium, Angel and Haile, among others.

Critical reception

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Kim Somajor of The Source said that the remix "elevates the song", praising particularly Brown's "superlative singing flow".[25] Alex Zidel of HotNewHipHop said that the artist featured on the remix "fit perfectly on the song" creating "an even stronger vibe" than the original version.[26] Respect's writer called the remix "electrifying", stating that "the rich melodies and playful energy of “Gyalis” have made the song synonymous with the warmer months, and this new version only magnifies these feelings".[27]

Release history

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Release history and versions for "Gyalis"
Region Date Format Version Label Ref.
Various January 4, 2021
  • Digital download
  • streaming
 Original Allepac the Family, Capitol [28]
October 1, 2021 Popcaan and Chris Brown remix [22]
May 31, 2022 Chlöe remix [23]

References

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  1. ^ Jackson, Kevin (September 17, 2021). "Capella Grey, born Gyalis". Jamaica Observer. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  2. ^ "GYALIS created by Capella Grey | Popular songs on TikTok".
  3. ^ "Capella Grey touches on "Gyalis" being one of the Tri-State Area's songs of the summer". Hip Hop Canada. September 15, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  4. ^ Andeson, Trevor (November 12, 2021). "Capella Grey's 'Gyalis' Hits Top 10 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Chart". Billboard. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  5. ^ Dailey, Hannah (September 30, 2021). "How Capella Grey's 'No Rules' Mantra Led to Breakthrough Hit 'Gyalis'". Billboard. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  6. ^ Seabrook III, Robby (August 25, 2021). "The Break Presents – Capella Grey". XXL. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  7. ^ https://tunebat.com/Info/GYALIS-Capella-Grey/7wpyrkjEgz7W1vNYDxMKrF
  8. ^ Schube, Will (August 25, 2021). "Capella Grey Releases Visual For New York Anthem, 'Gyalis'". Udiscovermusic. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  9. ^ Cho, Regina (August 26, 2021). "Capella Grey reps uptown in official "Gyalis" music video". Revolt. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  10. ^ "Capella Grey – Gyalis / Credits". All Music. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  11. ^ "Billboard Canadian Hot 100 Chart: October 16, 2021". Billboard. Retrieved December 14, 2021.
  12. ^ "The Official New Zealand Music Chart". Retrieved December 14, 2023.
  13. ^ "Billboard Global 200: October 16, 2021". Billboard. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  14. ^ "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  15. ^ "Official Hip Hop and R&B Singles Chart Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  16. ^ "Hot 100 Chart: October 16, 2021". Billboard. January 2, 2013. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  17. ^ "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs: November 13, 2021". Billboard. January 2, 2013. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  18. ^ "Rhythmic Airplay: December 4, 2021". Billboard. November 28, 2013. Retrieved November 30, 2021.
  19. ^ "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – Year-End 2021". Billboard. January 2, 2013. Retrieved December 3, 2021.
  20. ^ "British single certifications – Capella Grey – Gyalis". British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved March 8, 2024.
  21. ^ "American single certifications – Capella Grey". Recording Industry Association of America.
  22. ^ a b Baugh, Claudine (September 28, 2021). "Capella Grey Announces 'Gyalis' Remix With Popcaan, Chris Brown". Dancehallmag. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
  23. ^ a b "Chloe Lends A Sultry Verse To A 'Shemix' Of Capella Grey's 'Gyalis'". Uproxx. May 31, 2022.
  24. ^ "Chloe Puts Her Impressive Vocal Runs to the Test in Cover of Capella Grey's 'Gyalis': Watch". Billboard.
  25. ^ "Capella Grey's Official "Gyalis" Remix Features Chris Brown and Popcaan". October 2021.
  26. ^ "Capella Grey Remixes Song of the Summer "Gyalis" with Chris Brown & Popcaan". HNHH. October 2021.
  27. ^ https://respect.com/2021/10/chris-brown-popcaan-join-capella-grey-for-highly-anticipated-gyalis-remix/ [dead link‍]
  28. ^ "Gyalis - Single by Capella Grey". January 4, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2021 – via Apple Music.
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