Survivor's Remorse (song)

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"Survivor's Remorse"
Roddy Ricch - Survivor's Remorse.png
Single by Roddy Ricch
from the album The Navy Album
ReleasedMay 31, 2024 (2024-05-31)
Length2:36
Label
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)
Roddy Ricch singles chronology
"Is It Real?"
(2023)
"Survivor's Remorse"
(2024)
Music video
"Survivor's Remorse" on YouTube

"Survivor's Remorse" is a song by American rapper Roddy Ricch. It was released through Atlantic Records and Bird Vision on May 31, 2024, as the lead single from his upcoming third studio album, The Navy Album (2025). Ricch wrote the song with producers Turbo and Omar Grand, alongside Kelly Clarkson, Gayle, and Josh Ronen. [1]

Contents

Background

On February 1, 2024, Turbo, Roddy Ricch's long-time producer, gave an interview on the Bootleg Kev show, titled "Turbo on Staying Loyal to Gunna, Roddy Ricch's New Album, Diamond Record, & 'Turbo Day" During the interview, Turbo discussed his close working relationship with Roddy Ricch, highlighting their collaborative history and mutual respect. Turbo emphasized his loyalty to both Gunna and Roddy Ricch, elaborating on the importance of maintaining strong professional bonds in the music industry. He also shared insights into the making of Roddy's upcoming album. [2]

Composition and Lyrics

Musically, "Survivor’s Remorse" is a blend of hip hop and trap, showcasing Roddy Ricch's signature melodic rap style. The production, handled by Turbo, features a rich, atmospheric beat that includes layered synths, heavy bass, and sharp trap drums.

The song samples "Me" (2023) by Kelly Clarkson adding a pop-infused element to the track. The production also incorporates a powerful choir bridge, creating a dynamic and emotionally charged listening experience. [3]

Lyrically, "Survivor's Remorse" delves into Roddy Ricch's personal journey, reflecting on his rise to fame and the challenges he faced along the way. In the first verse, Ricch addresses his early struggles and the pressures that came with success [4]

Release and promotion

On May 31, 2024, Roddy Ricch announced "Survivor's Remorse" through his Instagram account. He revealed the cover art, which features him standing in a blue room wearing a white tank top and black wide-leg pants. The song will be the first taste of his upcoming album, The Navy Album, expected to be released later this year. His last full-length release was 2022's Feed Tha Streets III. Roddy teased his new era with another Instagram post captioned, "2024 is personal not business." [5]

Charts

Chart performance for "Survivor's Remorse"
Chart (2024)Peak
position
Nigeria (TurnTable Top 100) [6] 81
US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles ( Billboard ) [7] 4
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs ( Billboard ) [8] 33

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