Gangsta (Free Nationals, ASAP Rocky and Anderson .Paak song)

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Gangsta (Free Nationals, ASAP Rocky and Anderson .Paak song) - Wikipedia

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"Gangsta"

Single by Free Nationals, ASAP Rocky and Anderson .Paak

Released

February 23, 2024

Genre

Length

3:14

Label

Apeshit
Empire

Songwriter(s)

Producer(s)

Free Nationals singles chronology

"Through the Night"
(2023)

"Gangsta"
(2024)

ASAP Rocky singles chronology

"Riot (Rowdy Pipe'n)"
(2023)

"Gangsta"
(2024)

"Highjack"
(2024)

Anderson .Paak singles chronology

"Is It Worth It"
(2024)

"Gangsta"
(2024)

"86Sentra"
(2024)

Music video

"Gangsta" on YouTube

"Gangsta" is a song by American R&B band Free Nationals, American rapper ASAP Rocky and American singer Anderson .Paak. It was released on February 23, 2024, with an accompanying music video.

Composition

"Gangsta" is a retro-soul song combining elements of funk^[1] and jazz, and has been described as "free-flowing".^[2] The production contains "psychedelic strings, pocket drumming, movie samples, and record scratches".^[3] The song opens with the chorus, sung by Anderson .Paak, followed by a verse from ASAP Rocky,^[4] who reflects on how his father taught him his "gangster" ways^[5] and boasts the extravagant aspects of his lifestyle, including women.^[6]

Critical reception

Tallie Spencer of HotNewHipHop called the song a "testament to the creative synergy that occurs when like-minded artists come together to push the boundaries of musical expression" and "standout track, solidifying its place as a must-listen in the evolving landscape of contemporary music."^[7] Aaron Williams of Uproxx commented the song "amalgamates the signature components of each act, and results in untouchable musical chemistry." In addition, he described the production as "brilliant", that ASAP Rocky "taps into a sense of bravado", and Anderson .Paak's "soulful" performance as "somehow making the life of a gangster sound smooth and sweet."^[5]

Music video

The music video was directed by François Rousselet and is set in a world governed by children.^[6]^[8] Kid versions of ASAP Rocky and Anderson .Paak wear stylish outfits and drive through a cartoon Los Angeles in a muscle car,^[3]^[5] where the streets are lined with playhouses; they rob a liquor store with others, perform in front of a private jet,^[6] defend themselves in court,^[2]^[3]^[8] engage in Super Soaker shootouts and throw Molotov cocktails.^[3] In one scene, it is revealed that the events of the video are from the imagination of a child playing in a bathtub.^[6]

Charts

Chart performance for "Gangsta"
Chart (2024)	Peak position
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)^[9]	12

References

^ Siroky, Mary (February 23, 2024). "The Free Nationals Link Up with Anderson .Paak and A$AP Rocky for "Gangsta": Stream". Consequence. Retrieved 16 April 2024.
^ ^a ^b Pilley, Max (February 26, 2024). "Anderson .Paak and A$AP Rocky join Free Nationals for jazzy new single 'Gangsta'". NME. Retrieved 16 April 2024.
^ ^a ^b ^c ^d Helfand, Raphael (February 23, 2024). "Anderson .Paak and A$AP Rocky join Free Nationals for new song "Gangsta"". The Fader. Retrieved 16 April 2024.
^ Caraan, Sophie (February 23, 2024). "Free Nationals Joins Forces With Anderson .Paak and A$AP Rocky for "Gangsta"". Hypebeast. Retrieved 16 April 2024.
^ ^a ^b ^c Gonzalez, Alex (February 23, 2024). "Free Nationals, Anderson .Paak, And ASAP Rocky Set The 'Gangsta' Legacy For Their Younger Selves In Their New Video". Uproxx. Retrieved 16 April 2024.
^ ^a ^b ^c ^d Powell, Jon (February 26, 2024). "ASAP Rocky and Anderson .Paak join Free Nationals for "Gangsta"". Revolt. Retrieved 16 April 2024.
^ Spencer, Tallie (February 23, 2024). "Free Nationals Share Anticipated Collaboration With Anderson .Paak and A$AP Rocky In New Single "GANG$TA"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 16 April 2024.
^ ^a ^b Corcoran, Nina (February 23, 2024). "Free Nationals Tap A$AP Rocky and Anderson .Paak for New Song "Gangsta": Watch the Video". Pitchfork. Retrieved 16 April 2024.
^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. March 4, 2024. Retrieved April 16, 2024.

v t e ASAP Rocky songs
Discography Awards and nominations
Live. Love. ASAP	"Peso"
Long. Live. ASAP	"Long Live ASAP" "Goldie" "PMW (All I Really Need)" "Fuckin' Problems" "Wild for the Night" "1 Train" "Fashion Killa" "Phoenix"
At. Long. Last. ASAP	"LSD" "Lord Pretty Flacko Jodye 2 (LPFJ2)" "Electric Body" "Jukebox Joints" "M's" "Everyday"
Testing	"ASAP Forever" "Fukk Sleep" "Praise the Lord (Da Shine)"
Don't Be Dumb	"D.M.B." "Shittin' Me" "Same Problems?" "Riot (Rowdy Pipe'n)" "Highjack" "Tailor Swif" "Ruby Rosary"
Other songs	"Multiply" "Cocky" "Bad Company" "Potato Salad" "Sundress" "Live Fast" "Babushka Boi" "T.D" "Doja" "Feel the Fiyaaaah" "Am I Dreaming" "Gangsta"
Featured songs	"Hands on the Wheel" "Cockiness (Love It) (Remix)" "Wildest Moments (Remix)" "U.O.E.N.O. (Remix)" "Shabba" "Pretend" "I'm Not the Only One (Remix)" "Good for You" "Blended Family (What You Do for Love)" "Raf" "Who Dat Boy" "Summer Bummer" "Groupie Love" "No Limit" "Whiskey" "Pick It Up" "Count On Me"

v t e Anderson .Paak
Discography
Studio albums	Venice (2014) Malibu (2016) Oxnard (2018) Ventura (2019)
Collaborative EPs & albums	Link Up & Suede (2015) Yes Lawd! (2016) An Evening with Silk Sonic (2021)
Singles	"Suede" "Bubblin" "Tints" "Leave the Door Open" "Skate" "Smokin out the Window" "Love's Train" "After Last Night" "Gangsta"
Featured singles	"Dance Off" "Dang!" "RNP" "Coast" "Two Tens"
Other songs	"Medicine Man"
Related	NxWorries Silk Sonic

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