"Samurai Cop (Oh Joy Begin)" is a song by American jam band Dave Matthews Band. It was released on May 10, 2018 as the lead single from their ninth studio album Come Tomorrow (2018). The song has been played by the band live since May 2016.[1]
| "Samurai Cop (Oh Joy Begin)" | ||||
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| Single by Dave Matthews Band | ||||
| from the album Come Tomorrow | ||||
| Released | May 10, 2018 | |||
| Length | 4:22 | |||
| Label | RCA | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Dave Matthews | |||
| Producer(s) | ||||
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Reception edit
Commercial performance edit
"Samurai Cop (Oh Joy Begin)" was most successful on alternative adult contemporary radio, peaking at number 5 on the Billboard AAA chart.[2] It was also a moderate hit on rock and alternative radio, peaking at number 18 on the US Hot Rock and Alternative Songs chart.[2]
Critical reception edit
"Samurai Cop (Oh Joy Begin)" received positive reviews from critics. Rolling Stone likened the track to the work of U2 and highlighted Carter Beauford's drumming and Tim Reynolds' guitar solo.[3]
Personnel edit
- Carter Beauford – drums
- Jeff Coffin – tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone
- Stefan Lessard – bass guitar
- Dave Matthews – electric guitar, vocals
- Tim Reynolds – guitar
- Rashawn Ross – trumpet, bass trumpet, flugelhorn, horn arrangement
- John Alagía – piano
- Rob Cavallo – organ
- Gary Grant – trumpet, flugelhorn
- Jerry Hey – horn arrangement
- Dan Higgins – tenor saxophone
- Bill Reichenbach Jr. – trombone, bass trumpet
Charts edit
| Chart (2018) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Hot Rock & Alternative Songs (Billboard)[2] | 18 |
| US Adult Alternative Airplay (Billboard)[2] | 5 |
References edit
- ^ Merrill, Philip (10 May 2018). "Dave Matthews Band's "Samurai Cop" Drops, Previewing 'Come Tomorrow'". Grammy Awards. Retrieved 9 June 2023.
- ^ a b c d "Dave Matthews Band Chart History". Billboard. Archived from the original on 30 March 2023. Retrieved 9 June 2023.
- ^ Reed, Ryan (10 May 2018). "Hear Dave Matthews Band's Reflective New Song 'Samurai Cop'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 9 June 2023.