"Eagle" is a song by British rap collective D-Block Europe featuring Albanian rapper Noizy. It was released on 11 January 2024, as the third single from D-Block Europe's third full-length studio album, Rolling Stone. The song was produced by Da Beatfreakz.[1][2]
| "Eagle" | ||||
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| Single by D-Block Europe and Noizy | ||||
| from the album Rolling Stone | ||||
| Released | 11 January 2024 | |||
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| Producer(s) | Da Beatfreakz | |||
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| "Eagle" on YouTube | ||||
Background edit
The track was first teased by Young Adz through an Instagram snippet he posted on September 11, 2023, prior to the official release.[1]
Composition edit
Writing for Clash, Shanté Collier-McDermott wrote that on "Eagle", Noziy has a "gritty tone adding to the song’s authentic rap feel" and "Young Adz' hook another playful salute".[3]
Critical reception edit
The Guardian's Thomas Hobbs noted that the track is a "highlight" on Rolling Stone. He also stated that the song "has a rabble-rousing hook as well as an irresistible rags-to-riches sentiment".[4] Damien Morris for The Observer wrote that alongside "Lady in Hermes" and "I Need It Now", the song "reassert[s]" their predilection for spare, almost soporific numbness, with more gleaming melodies a minute than many rappers manage in a lifetime".[5]
Music video edit
The official William Thomas-directed music video was filmed in multiple locations, most notably in the capital city of Albania, Tirana.[2] While in Tirana, the three artists "made themselves at home while showing off flashy jewellery, [and] high-end vehicles".[2]
Personnel edit
Credits and personnel adapted from Tidal.[6]
Musicians
- Adam "Young Adz" Williams – lead artist, songwriter, composer
- Ricky "Dirtbike LB" Banton – lead artist, songwriter, composer
- Rigels Rajku – lead artist, songwriter, composer
Technical
- Prince Galalie – mastering engineer
- Prince Galalie – mixing engineer
- IBØ – mixing engineer
Charts edit
| Chart (2023) | Peak position |
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| UK Singles (OCC)[7] | 19 |
| UK Hip Hop/R&B (OCC)[8] | 7 |
References edit
- ^ a b "D-Block Europe Unleash New "Eagle" Video Featuring Noizy". GRM Daily. 11 January 2024. Archived from the original on 11 January 2024. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ a b c Powell, Jon (11 January 2024). "D-Block Europe drops off latest visual for "Eagle" with Noizy". Revolt. Archived from the original on 11 January 2024. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ Collier-McDermott, Shanté (12 January 2024). "D-Block Europe – Rolling Stone". Clash. Archived from the original on 12 January 2024. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ Hobbs, Thomas (5 January 2024). "D-Block Europe: Rolling Stone review – captivating music only underscores rap duo's superficial lyrics". The Guardian. Archived from the original on 10 January 2024. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ Morris, Damien (14 January 2024). "D-Block Europe: Rolling Stone review – melodic, codeine-paced palliatives". The Observer. Archived from the original on 14 January 2024. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ "Eagle / D-Block Europe". Tidal. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ "Official Hip Hop and R&B Singles Chart Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 20 January 2024.