UGLY
XXXTENTACION
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I seem out of it The dream I had about her in my head It seems I won't forget Am I insecure? I'm not really sure It seems I fought less Crying a river, miss me or deliver It seems I fought less Crying a river, miss me or deliver
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23 facts about this song
Release Information"UGLY" is a song from the fourth and last solo studio album "Bad Vibes Forever" by American rapper XXXTENTACION. The album was posthumously released on December 6, 2019.
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AnticipationThe song was one of the most anticipated on the album as XXXTENTACION hinted at it on social media in 2017 but it was not released until after his death.
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Unreleased Teaser"UGLY" was originally teased in 2017 where the late rapper played a snippet on Instagram live.
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Lyric ContentThe lyrics of "UGLY" delve into XXXTentacion's struggles with depression and his contemplations of suicide, echoing themes of mental health struggles.
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InstrumentalThe song is largely driven by an acoustic guitar with a mellow and melancholic tone.
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Emotional Impact"UGLY" has an emotional resonance for fans as it showcases XXXTENTACION's vulnerability and openness about his struggles.
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Controversial ArtistryLike much of his music, "UGLY" demonstrates XXXTENTACION's ability to blend genres, despite being controversial due to his past criminal charges.
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Song DurationSurprisingly, "UGLY" is a relatively short song, lasting only 1 minute and 33 seconds.
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Album PerformanceThe album "Bad Vibes Forever," included "UGLY" peaked at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing the posthumous success of XXXTENTACION's music.
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Connection to FansFans often interpret the song as X’s final message to them about overcoming depression, providing a deeper connection between the artist and his audience.
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CollaborationInterestingly, the song was produced in collaboration with XXXTENTACION’s close friend and music producer, John Cunningham.
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SignificanceDespite its brief duration, "UGLY" is considered significant in X's discography due to the intimacy and rawness of its lyrics.
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Music Genre"UGLY" signifies XXXTENTACION's versatility as an artist, showcasing elements of emo rap - a fusion of hip hop and emo music characterized by expressive, often confessional, lyrics.
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Genre Classification"UGLY" falls under genres like Emo Rap, Alternative R&B and Soundcloud Rap.
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Album AppearanceThis song is a part of XXXTENTACION's posthumous album called "Bad Vibes Forever".
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Original Release DateInitially, the song was supposed to be released in 2017. However, it only officially showed up in 2019 after X's tragic death.
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TeaserXXXTENTACION had teased "UGLY" on his Instagram story in May 2018, making fans eagerly wait for its official release.
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Theme of the SongThe track is about XXXTentacion's struggles with his mental health, particularly his battle with depression.
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Instrumental DetailsThe song prominently features a gloomy guitar instrumental which reflects the somber tone of the lyrics.
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Lyrics ContributionXXXTENTACION is the sole writer of the song, underlining his personal connection to the song’s content.
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Run TimeThe song is notably short, with a run time of just 1 minute and 32 seconds. However, it is still able to effectively convey the intended emotions.
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Initial Track List“UGLY” was originally intended to be included in an EP of the same name that XXXTENTACION announced in December 2017 but it was not released in this format.
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PopularityDespite its late release and brief duration, the song has seen significant popularity on streaming platforms like Spotify, reaching millions of listeners worldwide.
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