Strike (Holster)

"Strike (Holster)"
Single by Lil Yachty
from the EP Tesla
ReleasedApril 7, 2023
Length2:28
Label
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)
  • Walton
  • Aaron Bow
Lil Yachty singles chronology
"One of Those Days"
(2023) 		"Strike (Holster)"
(2023) 		"Slide" / "Solo Steppin Crete Boy"
(2023)
Music video
"Strike (Holster)" on YouTube

"Strike (Holster)" is a song by American rapper Lil Yachty, released on April 7, 2023 by Quality Control Music and Motown. It was produced by Teddy Walton and Aaron Bow.

Background

The song was first previewed in December 2022 on social media.[1][2] It was released months after Yachty released his psychedelic rock-influenced album Let's Start Here (2023), and is considered a return to his signature melodic rap sound.[3][4][5]

Composition

"Strike (Holster)" uses a melodic rap approach,[5] featuring "space-age" synths, a "laid-back" atmosphere,[5][6] and a "sonic vibrato utilized throughout" the song,[7] while also combining with psychedelic elements.[8] The song also contains "boastful lyrics about money, drugs, and women".[7]

Music video

An official music video was directed by Cole Bennett. It sees Lil Yachty at a forest reserve, lakeside pier, and in a parking garage where a "massive bottle is seen strapped to a Maybach". He wears a different outfit for each of the locations; respectively, they are flannel and denim, bright red, and black clothing.[9] His sister, Nina Simone, makes a cameo at the end of the clip.[9][10]

Charts

Chart performance for "Strike (Holster)"
Chart (2023) Peak
position
Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[11] 88
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[12] 19
South Africa (TOSAC)[13] 6
US Billboard Hot 100[14] 71
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[15] 20

References

  1. ^ "Lil yachty - Holster". YouTube. December 30, 2022. Retrieved 6 May 2023.
  2. ^ Cowen, Trace William (April 7, 2023). "Lil Yachty Follows Up 'Let's Start Here' With New Track "Strike (Holster)"". Complex. Retrieved 6 May 2023.
  3. ^ Hynes, Hayley (April 7, 2023). "Lil Yachty's Latest Single, "Strike (Holster)" Has Arrived: Stream". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 6 May 2023.
  4. ^ Kearns, Sarah (April 7, 2023). "Lil Yachty Follows Up Latest LP With New Single "Strike (Holster)"". Hypebeast. Retrieved 6 May 2023.
  5. ^ a b c Darville, Jordan (April 7, 2023). "Lil Yachty returns to rap with "Strike (Holster)"". The Fader. Retrieved 6 May 2023.
  6. ^ Brodsky, Rachel (April 7, 2023). "Lil Yachty – "Strike (Holster)"". Stereogum. Retrieved 6 May 2023.
  7. ^ a b Powell, Jon (April 7, 2023). "Lil Yachty drops off new single "Strike (Holster)"". Revolt. Retrieved 6 May 2023.
  8. ^ Gonzalez, Alex (April 7, 2023). "Lil Yachty's New Single 'Strike (Holster)' Radiates A Truly Stellar And Psychedelic Vibe". Uproxx. Retrieved 6 May 2023.
  9. ^ a b Chow, Aaron (April 11, 2023). "Lil Yachty Drops Moody Music Video for "Strike"". Hypebeast. Retrieved 6 May 2023.
  10. ^ Fitzgerald, Trent (April 28, 2023). "Here Are Rappers' Popular Sisters You Should Be Following on Social Media". XXL. Retrieved 6 May 2023.
  11. ^ "Lil Yachty Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved May 6, 2023.
  12. ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. April 17, 2023. Retrieved May 6, 2023.
  13. ^ "Local & International Streaming Chart Top 100 Week 15-2023". The Official South African Charts. Archived from the original on April 27, 2023. Retrieved June 1, 2024.
  14. ^ "Lil Yachty Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved May 6, 2023.
  15. ^ "Lil Yachty Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved May 6, 2023.