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BOY BYE
Hip-Hop · 2019

BOY BYE

BROCKHAMPTON

August 14, 2019 · Question Everything, Inc.

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BOY BYE is a masterclass in sonic cognitive dissonance.

At first listen, it is an undeniable earworm, driven by a high-pitched, staccato flute sample from Noor Jehan that gives the track a playful, almost tropical bounce. The rhythm is infectious, inviting movement and head-nodding. However, beneath this bright exterior lies a deep well of millennial and Gen Z anxiety.

The members of BROCKHAMPTON use this upbeat canvas to paint pictures of paranoia, depression, and the disorienting nature of their rapid ascent to stardom. It feels like a house party where the host is having a quiet panic attack in the bathroom.

Moments Worth Listening For
The seamless transition from Dom McLennon's dense technicality into Kevin Abstract's hooky, melodic flow.
The way the bass drops out momentarily to highlight the staccato flute sample.
Joba's high-pitched, almost frantic verse that captures the song's underlying paranoia.
Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does BOY BYE sound next to the rest of BROCKHAMPTON's catalogue?

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This album stays in step with the catalogue across the board — no axis departs enough to be worth its own note. Hover the dots to see where each one sits.

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