Flames (R3hab, Zayn and Jungleboi song)
"Flames" | ||||
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Single by R3hab, Zayn and Jungleboi | ||||
Released | 15 November 2019 | |||
Genre | Dance-pop | |||
Length | 2:35 | |||
Label | Cyb3rpvnk | |||
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"Flames" on YouTube |
"Flames" is a song by Dutch DJ and producer R3hab, English singer-songwriter Zayn and British DJ Jungleboi.[1] It was released on 15 November 2019 through R3hab's label Cyb3rpvnk.
Background
On 5 November 2019, Zayn posted the cover of the song on his social media with the single word "Flames", in all-capitals.[2][3][4] In return, this announcement ignited some excitation from his fans.[5][6] They were invited to pre-save the song on Spotify.[7] In parallel, R3hab posted the following message: "25,000 comments and we will release this asap".[8] However, they did not specify a release date,[9][10] just indicating that it is "coming soon".[4] They added that they had to release a teaser very soon,[citation needed] then the song and its video in the next weeks.[11] Indeed, R3hab said, "We're going to drop it asap and we're going to drop a teaser very very soon."[5] On 12 November, the Dutch DJ posted on his social media a short teaser showing the release date of the single.[8][12] A few days prior the release, R3hab complimented Zayn's vocals on Twitter and also said, "So excited about my record together with Zayn Malik and Jungleboi, Flames, coming out this Friday. Also this Friday I have a show playing in Hollywood Palladium, LA. Cannot wait to play Flames, it is going to be banging, I have got a special version put up for that night."[citation needed] In a statement, he said, "I was working on the 'Flames' song for quite some time together with Jungleboi when we got the call from Zayn. The result is absolutely epic. I couldn't be more proud of the result and look forward to sharing this amazing tune with the world".[13][14]
Critical reception
A few hours after the announcement, Kat Bein of
Music video
Production and release
The accompanying music video was premiered on January 30, 2020.[22][23][24] It is directed by Frank Borin and Ivanna Borin with the concept and storyline from Zayn.
In an interview about the video, the singer explained, "Flames is a song full of emotions and departure. I wanted this video to reflect this and capture the character's plight which we can all relate to. I love the look, feel, and grittiness that the [directors] captured from my concept."[25] The music video is produced by Daria Ivashchuk with Frank Borin, Ivanna Borin, and Vlad Bolyelov as executive producers. Denis Stulnikov choreographed the dancers and Lena Ignatenko was signed as the stylist The video featured masks from Bob Basset with Grisha Ermolin as the production designer. (Credits adapted from YouTube.[26])
Synopsis and analysis
The
Track listing
No. | Title | Length |
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1. | "Flames" | 2:35 |
No. | Title | Length |
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1. | "Flames" (Skytech VIP Remix) | 3:57 |
No. | Title | Length |
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1. | "Flames" (Steve Aoki Remix) | 2:48 |
No. | Title | Length |
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1. | "Flames" (GATTÜSO Remix) | 3:32 |
Credits and personnel
Credits adapted from Tidal.[36]
- R3hab – production, composition, lyrics, master engineering, studio personnel
- Zayn - vocals, composition, lyrics
- Jungleboi – production, composition, lyrics
- Sinai Tedros – composition, lyrics
- Arlissa Ruppert – composition, lyrics
- Jacob Banks – composition, lyrics
- Zak Abel – composition, lyrics
- Lawrie Martin – composition, lyrics
Charts
Chart (2019–2020) | Peak position |
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CIS (TopHit)[37] | 38 |
Czech Republic (Rádio – Top 100)[38] | 10 |
France ( SNEP)[39]
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124 |
Netherlands ( Dutch Top 40 Tiparade)[40]
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2 |
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[41] | 22 |
Russia Airplay (TopHit)[42] | 36 |
Sweden Heatseeker (Sverigetopplistan)[43] | 7 |
References
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External links
- Lyric video on YouTube