"Texas" is a song by American rapper BigXthaPlug, released on November 25, 2022, as the fourth single from his debut studio album Amar (2023). Produced by Aimonmyneck, Blondobeats and Blazerfxme, it is considered one of the first songs that helped BigXthaPlug gain recognition.
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| Single by BigXthaPlug | ||||
| from the album Amar | ||||
| Released | November 25, 2022 | |||
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| Length | 2:26 | |||
| Label | UnitedMasters | |||
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| "Texas" on YouTube | ||||
Background
editIn an interview with Complex, BigXthaPlug revealed his initial thoughts about the song: "I actually didn't even like the song at first. I didn't like the beat. It was just something that my team felt would be good, like, 'Hey, this could spark up something.' I believed in them and we did it in and now here we are."[1]
Composition
editThe song incorporates a "mix of gospel, trap, country, and blues"[2] and finds BigXthaPlug rapping about what Texas is known for, including the cars and lifestyles.[3]
Critical reception
editMax Bell of Spin wrote, '"BigX displays some of his best writing on 'Texas,' casually condensing decades of Texas music and cultural history into forceful couplets."[2] Bryson "Boom" Paul of The Source wrote, "And with it's [sic] inescapable hook, tongue-in-cheek lyricism, and undeniable energy, 'Texas' is an anthem that will cement BigXThaPlug's legacy in music forever."[3]
Music video
editThe music video was directed by Jerry Morka and released alongside the single. It sees BigXthaPlug flaunting his cowboy hat, swangers and diamond encrusted necklaces.[3]
Charts
edit| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
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| US Bubbling Under Hot 100 (Billboard)[4] | 18 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[5] | 38 |
Certifications
edit| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
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| United States (RIAA)[6] | Platinum | 1,000,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
References
edit- ^ Schube, Will (June 19, 2023). "BigXThaPlug Rides Hard For Texas. A Conversation With The State's Hottest MC Right Now". Complex. Retrieved 20 February 2024.
- ^ a b Bell, Max (February 23, 2023). "BigXthaPlug Is Booming in Texas". Spin. Retrieved 20 February 2024.
- ^ a b c Paul, Bryson "Boom" (November 25, 2022). "BigXThaPlug Delivers New Lone Star Anthem In "Texas"". The Source. Retrieved 20 February 2024.
- ^ "Bubbling Under Hot 100: Week of January 27, 2024". Billboard. Retrieved April 4, 2024.
- ^ "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs". Billboard. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ^ "American single certifications – BigXthaPlug – Texas". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved May 18, 2024.