Fire & Desire
| "Fire & Desire" | |
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| Song by Drake | |
| from the album Views | |
| Released | April 29, 2016 |
| Recorded | 2016 |
| Genre | R&B |
| Length | 3:58 |
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"Fire & Desire" is a song by Canadian rapper Drake, recorded for his fourth studio album Views (2016).[1][2] The song was certified platinum on June 29, 2018.[3]
Composition and lyrics
[edit]“Fire & Desire” is a smooth low-energy R&B song with a length of three minutes and fifty-eight seconds. The song plays with chilly chords and clipped electronic drums.[4] The song samples the 1994 song “I Dedicate (Part II)” by Brandy, used throughout the whole song from the beginning to the end.[5][6] Drake's ability to dive into personal experiences and emotions is demonstrated in "Fire & Desire”. The song is about recognizing the significance of his lady ("you're a real-ass woman and I like it," he sings). His city of Toronto, also referred to as the "6ix," is mentioned in the phrase "I turned the 6 upside down, it's a 9 now," which represents the changes and advancements he has experienced. In addition.[5]
Reception
[edit]Bandwagon's Angela Buensuceso felt conflicted about "Fire & Desire." "The lyrics get repetitive, with forlorn lamentations on what could've been with a former lover, mentions of money and success, and the importance of having a tight crew mentioned over and over again," she said in reference to the majority of the album's tracks. According to her, the album's lyrics are becoming monotonous; as it continues, "The lack of depth becomes very evident and the lyrics are beginning to sour."[7]
Charts
[edit]| Chart (2016) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[8] | 64 |
| UK Singles (OCC)[9] | 88 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[10] | 75 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[11] | 30 |
Certifications
[edit]| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (ARIA)[12] | Platinum | 70,000‡ |
| United States (RIAA)[13] | Platinum | 1,000,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
References
[edit]- ^ Darville, Jordan (25 May 2016). "Listen To This Vaporwave Remix Of Drake's "Fire & Desire"". The Fader. Retrieved 19 February 2024.
- ^ Callas, Brad (6 July 2018). "10 Best R&B Samples in Drake's Catalog, Ranked". DJBooth. Retrieved 19 February 2024.
- ^ Suarez, Gary (29 June 2018). "Drake Is Now The RIAA's Top Certified Singles Artist Ever". Forbes. Retrieved 19 February 2024.
- ^ Weiner, Jonah (May 2, 2016). Rolling Stone - Views Music Album Review. Rolling Stone. Archived from the original on January 27, 2024. Retrieved January 27, 2024.
- ^ a b McGahan, Michelle (April 29, 2016). Bustle - Drake's 'Fire & Desire' Samples A '90s Icon. Bustle. Archived from the original on January 27, 2024. Retrieved January 27, 2024.
- ^ Twells, John (November 11, 2016). FactMag - Drake's Views: Exploring the songs behind the samples. FactMag. Archived from the original on January 27, 2024. Retrieved January 27, 2024.
- ^ Buensuceso, Angela (May 10, 2016). ALBUM REVIEW: Drake - VIEWS. Bandwagon. Archived from the original on January 27, 2024. Retrieved January 27, 2024.
- ^ "Drake Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved January 27, 2024.
- ^ "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved April 3, 2024.
- ^ "Drake Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved January 27, 2024.
- ^ "Drake Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved January 27, 2024.
- ^ "ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2024 Singles" (PDF). Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved June 22, 2024.
- ^ "American single certifications – Drake – Fire & Desire". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved January 27, 2024.