"Hardaway" is a song by American rapper Derez De'Shon, first released on April 8, 2017[1] and followed by re-releases on streaming services in November[2] and December 2017.[3] Produced by London on da Track, it appears on the deluxe edition of De'Shon's debut studio album Pain 2 (2018) and is considered his breakout hit.
| "Hardaway" | ||||
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| Single by Derez De'Shon | ||||
| from the album Pain 2 | ||||
| Released | April 8, 2017 | |||
| Length | 3:56 | |||
| Label | Commission Music | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Derez Lenard | |||
| Producer(s) | London on da Track | |||
| Derez De'Shon singles chronology | ||||
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| Alternate cover | ||||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Hardaway" on YouTube | ||||
Composition
edit"Hardaway" is an uptempo song that finds Derez De'Shon reflecting on his struggles and perseverance in the hard times of his life to become successful, through a performance in Auto-Tune-laced vocals.[4]
Release and promotion
editThe song was a sleeper hit. Its music video was released on January 15, 2018, following which the song significantly increased in popularity. It debuted on the Billboard charts Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and then Hot 100 in February 2018, debuting at number 90 on the latter. According to Nielsen Music, it raked in 7 million U.S. streams (up 17 percent), 11 million radio audience impressions (up 10 percent) and 1,000 downloads sold (up 2 percent) in the week ending February 8.[5]
Remix
editAn official remix of the song with DJ Envy was released on March 16, 2018, after surfacing online a few weeks prior. It features American rappers 2 Chainz and Yo Gotti,[6] who also reflect on the hardships of their respective pasts.[7]
Charts
edit| Chart (2018) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Billboard Hot 100[8] | 61 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[9] | 26 |
| US Rhythmic (Billboard)[10] | 27 |
References
edit- ^ "Hardaway ‑ Single by Derez De'Shon". Spotify. April 8, 2017. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ "Hardaway - Single by Derez De'Shon". Spotify. November 17, 2017. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ "Hardaway - Single". Apple Music. December 8, 2017. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ Findlay, Mitch (April 3, 2017). "Derez De'Shon - "Hardaway"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ Zellner, Xander (February 14, 2018). "Derez De'Shon Makes Billboard Hot 100 Debut With 'Hardaway'". Billboard. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ Goddard, Kevin (March 16, 2018). "Derez Deshon Recruits 2 Chainz & Yo Gotti For The Remix To "Hardaway"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ Enos, Morgan (March 16, 2018). "2 Chainz, Yo Gotti & DJ Envy Unite for a Heady Remix of Derez De'Shon's Hot 100 Hit 'Hardaway'". Billboard. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ "Derez De'Shon Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Derez De'Shon Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Derez De'Shon Chart History (Rhythmic)". Billboard. Retrieved November 15, 2024.