"Too Much" is a song by English singer-songwriter Zayn Malik featuring American record producer Timbaland. The song was released as the fourth single from Zayn Malik's second studio album, Icarus Falls (2018), on 2 August 2018.[1] The song is written by Zayn Malik, Angel Lopez, Timothy Mosley and Federico Vindver, with the production handled by Timbaland, Lopez and Vindver.[2][3]
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| Single by Zayn featuring Timbaland | ||||
| from the album Icarus Falls | ||||
| Released | 2 August 2018 | |||
| Length | 3:06 | |||
| Label | RCA | |||
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Background and release
editOn 7 April 2018, Timbaland teased the song when he posted on his Instagram account that he was working with Malik on a song.[4] On 30 July, Malik posted on his Twitter a 15-second animated gif with a 1990s Grand Theft Auto style. Malik also revealed the title and cover, and confirmed that the song would be released on 2 August 2018.[5][6][7]
The song was recorded in Los Angeles by Timbaland, Angel Lopez and Federico Vindver. The animated single cover shows half of Zayn's face on the right side and half of Timbaland's face on the left. Zayn also released an animated video on YouTube, which he previously teased on Twitter. In the video, an animated version of Zayn dances while Timbaland arrives driving a car.[8]
Critical reception
editJohn Blistein of Rolling Stone opined that Zayn finds himself caught in the desire and the song boasts Timbaland with quintessential beat that synths a thumping drum track, creating a sensual, futuristic atmosphere.[9] Alex Zidel of HotNewHipHop said that Zayn flexes his connections and keeps the intrigue alive. He also thinks that Timbaland brings his vintage 90's vibes meanwhile Zayn flows smoothly in his falsetto. writing that in contrast to his previous work "Sour Diesel", Zayn explores new vibes and sounds.[10]
Charts
edit| Chart (2018) | Peak position |
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| Ireland (IRMA)[11] | 89 |
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[12] | 12 |
| Sweden Heatseeker (Sverigetopplistan)[13] | 17 |
| UK Singles (OCC)[14] | 79 |
Certifications
edit| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
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| Brazil (Pro-Música Brasil)[15] | Gold | 20,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
References
edit- ^ "Zayn Drops Throbbing Timbaland Collab 'Too Much': Listen". Billboard. Archived from the original on 8 October 2018. Retrieved 4 October 2018.
- ^ Clarke, Patrick (1 August 2018). "Hear Zayn Malik team up with Timbaland on new single 'Too Much'". NME. Archived from the original on 30 March 2023. Retrieved 6 October 2018.
- ^ "Zayn releases new track "Too Much" feat. Timbaland". Pressparty. 2 August 2018. Archived from the original on 8 October 2018. Retrieved 6 October 2018.
- ^ "Producer Timbaland teases music with Zayn Malik". Pop Crush. 7 April 2018. Archived from the original on 8 October 2018. Retrieved 4 October 2018.
- ^ Aniftos, Rania (30 July 2018). "Zayn announces Too Much featuring Timbaland". Billboard. Archived from the original on 2 August 2018. Retrieved 6 October 2018.
- ^ Smith, Amy (1 August 2018). "Zayn teases new single with backflipping, purple-haired version of himself". NME. Archived from the original on 8 October 2018. Retrieved 6 October 2018.
- ^ Ofiaza, Renz (2 August 2018). "Zayn Malik Drops New Single "Too Much" Featuring Timbaland". Highsnobiety. Archived from the original on 9 April 2024. Retrieved 4 October 2018.
- ^ "Zayn's New "Too Much" Music Video Features a Purple-Haired Cartoon Zayn". Teen Vogue. 2 August 2018. Archived from the original on 8 October 2018. Retrieved 4 October 2018.
- ^ "Hear Zayn, Timbaland Team for Sultry New Song 'Too Much'". Rolling Stone. 2 August 2018. Archived from the original on 3 August 2018. Retrieved 4 October 2018.
- ^ "Timbaland Brings His Vintage 90's Flavor To ZAYN's "Too Much"". HotNewHipHop. 2 August 2018. Retrieved 6 October 2018.
- ^ "Irish-charts.com – Discography Zayn". Irish Singles Chart. Retrieved 18 November 2018.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. 13 August 2018. Archived from the original on 10 August 2018. Retrieved 18 November 2018.
- ^ "Veckolista Heatseeker – Vecka 32, 10 augusti 2018". Sverigetopplistan. Archived from the original on 10 August 2018. Retrieved 18 November 2018.
- ^ "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 4 October 2018.
- ^ "Brazilian single certifications – ZAYN – Too Much" (in Portuguese). Pro-Música Brasil. Retrieved 14 May 2021.