| "TYG" | |
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| Single by Megan Thee Stallion featuring Spiritbox | |
| from the album Megan: Act II | |
| Released | October 24, 2024 |
| Genre | Rap metal |
| Length | 2:27 |
| Label | Hot Girl Productions |
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"TYG" is a song by American rapper Megan Thee Stallion featuring Canadian metalcore band Spiritbox. It was released on October 24, 2024, as part of the deluxe edition of Megan Thee Stallion's third studio album, Megan: Act II . [1] [2]
Megan Thee Stallion has stated that "TYG" stands for "Test Your Gangsta", reflecting the song's theme of resilience and authenticity. [3] According to Alternative Press, the track blends Spiritbox's heavy guitar riffs and dynamic drumming with Megan's rap verses, presenting themes of empowerment and resilience. [4]
"TYG" features Megan Thee Stallion trading verses with Spiritbox vocalist Courtney LaPlante over a guitar-heavy instrumental. Multiple outlets highlighted the track's hybrid style. Revolver described it as a "genre-smashing collaboration that merges Megan's rap delivery with Spiritbox's metal intensity." [1] Rock Sound similarly called it "an explosive fusion of rap and metal, balancing Spiritbox's heavy instrumentation with Megan's sharp bars." [2] Vibe explicitly referred to the single as "a prime example of rap-metal in 2024," underscoring its blend of hip hop lyricism with aggressive metal sonics. [5]
Critical response emphasized the song’s cross-genre execution. NME noted that the single "bridges the gap between mainstream rap and modern metal in a way few collaborations attempt." [6] Alternative Press praised LaPlante's vocal performance, stating that "her piercing screams provide a powerful counterpoint to Megan's rapid-fire flow." [4] "MXDWN" highlighted the track's experimental energy, describing it as "a daring attempt to fuse two distinct musical worlds, with both artists embracing the challenge." [7] Revolt wrote that "the Spiritbox collaboration allows Megan to flex her versatility, proving she can thrive outside conventional rap frameworks." [8]
"TYG" debuted live at the 2025 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival with Courtney LaPlante joining Megan Thee Stallion on stage. Coverage described the performance as "high-energy" and "an electrifying moment for fans," with the artists "feeding off each other's intensity" and delivering "one of the festival's most memorable collaborative moments." [9] [10] [11] [12]
| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
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| US Hot Rock & Alternative Songs ( Billboard ) [13] | 37 |
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