Supercut (song)
"Supercut" | |
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Song by Lorde | |
from the album Melodrama | |
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Length | 4:38 |
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Melodrama track listing | |
12 tracks
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"Supercut" is a song by New Zealand singer-songwriter Lorde from her second album, Melodrama (2017). Lorde co-wrote the track with Jack Antonoff, both of whom also co-produced it with Joel Little, with additional production from Frank Dukes, Jean-Benoît Dunckel and Malay. It is a synth-pop, electropop, electronic, and disco song that draws influence from other genres, such as dance, electro house, electronica and new wave music. The lyrics are about Lorde reviewing her most joyful memories from a previous relationship and realising the illusion is no longer present.
Music critics praised the song, with many comparing its production to the works of American musician Bruce Springsteen and Swedish singer Robyn. The track's name, supercut, is a word coined by Andy Baio and is defined as a compilation of short video clips of the same type of action. "Supercut" was included in the soundtrack of the 2019 Netflix film Someone Great. It was one of five songs used as part of a re-imagined Vevo series at the Electric Lady Studios, where she recorded most of her album. "Supercut" was also part of the set list for the Melodrama World Tour (2017–2018).
Background
In an interview with
Recording and composition
Lorde recorded "Supercut" in three locations around the United States. She began recording at Electric Lady Studios in Greenwich Village, New York City, with assistance from Barry McCready and Jack Antonoff. Antonoff also worked with Lorde at Rough Customer Studio in Brooklyn Heights, New York. Recording concluded at Westlake Recording Studios in Los Angeles, California, with assistance from Ben Sedano and Greg Eliason. Serban Ghenea mixed the song at MixStar Studios with assistance from engineer John Hanes. The track was mastered by Randy Merrill at Sterling Sound in New York. Other personnel include Joel Little, as well as Frank Dukes, Jean-Benoît Dunckel, Malay, who provided additional production to the song.[2]
"Supercut" is composed in the
Reception
"Supercut" received critical acclaim from
The track appeared in several music critics' year-end lists.
Billboard named "Supercut" as the third greatest breakup song of all time,[23] while Insider ranked the song at number 28 on their list of the 50 Best Breakup Songs of the 21st Century.[24]
Live performances and other usage
Lorde first performed "Supercut", along with two other tracks, at the Bowery Auditorium in New York City on the night of the singer's Melodrama album release party.
Norwegian
El-P remix
"Supercut" (El-P remix) | |
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Remix by Lorde featuring Run the Jewels | |
Released | 28 February 2018 |
Genre | Trip hop |
Length | 3:36 |
Label | Universal |
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Producer(s) | El-P |
Lorde posted a tweet on 27 February 2018 that a "small surprise" would be sent to fans who subscribed to her newsletter. The following day, a remix of the song produced by El-P of the hip hop group Run the Jewels, was released via email. Talking about the remix, Lorde said, "I love it. So much. My little nerd heart is full."[35] Initially made available for free download to commemorate the arrival of her North American tour,[36] the remix was released to streaming services worldwide on 9 March 2018.[37]
The El-P remix of "Supercut" was described as a
Credits and personnel
Credits adapted from the liner notes of Melodrama.[44]
Recording and management
- Published by Sony/ATV Songs LLC, and Ducky Donath Music (BMI)
- Recorded at Electric Lady Studios (New York, New York), Rough Customer Studio (Brooklyn Heights, New York), and Westlake Recording Studios (Los Angeles, California)
- Mixed at Mixstar Studios (Virginia Beach, Virginia)
- Mastered at Sterling Sound Studios (New York City)
Personnel
- vocals, producer
- Jack Antonoff – songwriter, producer
- Joel Little – producer, keyboards, programming
- Frank Dukes – additional production
- Jean-Benoît Dunckel – additional production
- Malay – additional production
- Serban Ghenea – mixing
- John Hanes – mixing engineer
- mastering
- Barry McCready – assistant engineer
- Ben Sedano – assistant engineer
- Greg Eliason – assistant engineer
- Laura Sisk – engineer
Charts
Certifications
Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
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Australia (ARIA)[22] | Gold | 35,000‡ |
United Kingdom (BPI)[45] | Silver | 200,000‡ |
‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. |
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