"Passport Junkie" is a song by American rapper and singer Rod Wave, released on September 14, 2024, through Alamo Records as the lead single from his sixth studio album Last Lap. It was written alongside producers Exuising, T Five, and Wonderyo.[1] The song's title refers to a woman addicted to traveling and leaving the country, hence her being described as a "passport junkie". The track peaked at number 51 on the Billboard Hot 100 and 14 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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| Single by Rod Wave | ||||
| from the album Last Lap | ||||
| Released | September 14, 2024 | |||
| Length | 2:27 | |||
| Label | Alamo | |||
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| "Passport Junkie" on YouTube | ||||
Background
editThe track was first previewed by Rod Wave in May 2024 through Triller. Leading up to the announcement of the album, on September 4, 2024, Wave announced the Last Lap Tour in support of the album of the same name.[2] Just a day prior to the release of the single, Rod Wave announced its release on his Instagram.[1]
Content
editOn the track, Rod Wave reflects on the dynamic of his relationship with his partner changing over time. He expresses how before his fame, his partner would be happy with trips to Miami, Florida, however, now, she expects trips to The Bahamas and to the Turks and Caicos Islands.[1][3]
Critical reception
edit"Passport Junkie" is described as a "soulful and introspective teaser" to Wave's album, Last Lap. Stupid Dope's Jesse James wrote that Wave "[weaves] his signature mix of vulnerability and raw storytelling into the track".[4]
Music video
editAn official music video premiered alongside the single. Directed by Cam Blumberg (Cam Videos), the music video sees Rod Wave on a beach enjoying his life on vacation. The video also stars American comedian and actor Druski.[1][3][4]
Charts
edit| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
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| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[5] | 33 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[6] | 51 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[7] | 14 |
References
edit- ^ a b c d Zachary, Horvath (September 16, 2024). "Rod Wave Gears Up For New Tour & Album With "Passport Junkie"". HotNewHipHop. Archived from the original on September 17, 2024. Retrieved September 18, 2024.
- ^ Saponara, Michael (September 4, 2024). "Rod Wave Announces 2024 Last Lap Tour With Moneybagg Yo & Toosii". Billboard. Archived from the original on September 4, 2024. Retrieved September 18, 2024.
- ^ a b Sharpe, John (September 16, 2024). "Rod Wave Drops New Single 'Passport Junkie'". BroadwayWorld. Archived from the original on September 16, 2024. Retrieved September 18, 2024.
- ^ a b James, Jesse (September 17, 2024). "Rod Wave Continues to Elevate with New Single "Passport Junkie"". Stupid Dope. Archived from the original on September 18, 2024. Retrieved September 18, 2024.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. September 23, 2024. Archived from the original on September 20, 2024. Retrieved September 20, 2024.
- ^ "Rod Wave Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved October 22, 2024.
- ^ "Rod Wave Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved September 24, 2024.