Bacthafucup (stylized as BacTHAfucUP, BacTHAfu*UP or B.T.F.U) is the first studio album by Indian singer and songwriter Karan Aujla, Music produced by Tru Skool. The album was released on 15 September 2021 by Times Music and Speed Records, with the music video for "Chu Gon Do?" releasing on 8 July 2021. It consists of 13 tracks, and features Harjit Harman, 5 Rivers, Nave Suave, Gurlez Akhtar, and Amaal. The album was streamed more than 95 million times on Spotify[citation needed]
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| Released | 15 September 2021 |
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| Length | 49:15 |
| Language | Punjabi |
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| Producer | Tru Skool |
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Background edit
In November 2020, Karan Aujla announced that he was working on his debut album, and revealed Tru Skool as producer of the album. In May 2021, Aujla titled the album as BacDAfucUP, and in June 2021, the album's intro was released by Speed Records under its final title, BacTHAfucUP.[1][2] Aujla released the track listing on 2 July 2021.[3] On 8 July 2021, Aujla released "Chu Gon Do"'s music video, directed by Rupan Bal.[4] In an interview Aujla disclosed that each track from the album is of a different kind, and also disclosed that there would be a surprise collaboration on the album.[5][6] In an interview with Red FM Canada, Karan said that the album would be out on 30 July 2021. However, the album was delayed.
On 2 September, Karan released the second intro for album, "Vibe Check", and stated that the album would be about Punjabi folk music. He also showed some snippets of 3-4 songs from the album. In the intro he announced that the official video of the song "Click that B Kickin It" would be released on 9 September, and the full album will be out on 15 September.
On 9 September 2021, the official video for "Click That B Kickin it" was released, which was directed by Rupan Bal.
The full album was released on all streaming platforms on 15 September 2021.
Chart performance edit
The track "Chu Gon Do" debuted at number 6 on the UK Asian chart published by the Official Charts Company.[7] The album charted on the Billboard Top Canadian Albums at #19. On 27 September Karan Aujla Became No 1 Digital Artist In India. And 37 In The World.
Track listing edit
All tracks are written by Karan Aujla
| No. | Title | Producer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Intro" | Tru Skool | 1:45 |
| 2. | "Here & There" | Tru Skool | 4:05 |
| 3. | "Addi Sunni" | Tru Skool | 4:02 |
| 4. | "Boli" | Tru Skool | 4:49 |
| 5. | "Click That B Kickin It" (featuring Nave Suave) | Tru Skool | 4:07 |
| 6. | "It Ain't Legal" (featuring Gurlez Akhtar) | Tru Skool | 3:34 |
| 7. | "Ford" | Tru Skool | 3:28 |
| 8. | "Chu Gon Do?" (featuring Satnam 5 Rivers & Mad Yardies) | Tru Skool | 3:20 |
| 9. | "Feel That Flava" | Tru Skool | 4:19 |
| 10. | "Sharab" (featuring Harjit Harman) | Tru Skool | 3:35 |
| 11. | "Itz a Hustle" | Tru Skool | 3:39 |
| 12. | "80 Degrees" (Featuring Amaal) | Tru Skool | 4:05 |
| 13. | "Ask About Me" | Tru Skool | 4:19 |
| Total length: | 49:15 | ||
Personnel edit
- Karan Aujla – vocals, writer
- Harjit Harman – featured artist
- Gurlez Akhtar – featured artist
- Amaal Nuux – featured artist
- Satnam Singh 5 Rivers – featured artist
- Mad Yardies – featured artist
- Nave Suave – featured artist
- Ashu Sharma - featured artist
- Kala Cobra - director
Technical personnel edit
- Tru Skool – producer
- Teel L – mixing and mastering
Video directors edit
- Rupan Bal – for tracks "Chu Gon Do", "Click That B Kickin It", "Here & There", "Addi Sunni", "It Aint Legal" and "Ask About Me"
- Sagar Deol & Janik Rai – for tracks "Intro", "Vibe Check" (second intro)
- B2getherpros – for "Intro"
- Saffron Studios – for Vibe Check" (second intro)
Others edit
- Sandeep Rehaan – presentation
- Deep Rehaan and Mangal Suniel – projection
- Dilpreet VFX – editor, colorist, VFX for videos
- Simar – visuals
- The Atomic Agency – album art
- Chholla – timepasser
- Sunder Bhai - teacher
Charts edit
| Chart (2021) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canadian Albums (Billboard)[8] | 20 |
| New Zealand Albums (RMNZ)[9] | 34 |
| UK Album Downloads (OCC)[10] | 24 |
References edit
- ^ "Finally the wait is over as Karan Aujla announce the release of his album 'BackThefuup's Intro!". PTC Punjabi. 2021-06-14. Retrieved 2021-06-17.
- ^ "BTFU: The Intro Video Of Karan Aujla's Debut Album Is Out Now; Singer Is All Set To Release The Songs". www.spotboye.com. Retrieved 2021-07-02.
- ^ "Karan Aujla shares the track list of his debut album 'BackThaFu*Up'!". PTC Punjabi. 2021-07-02. Archived from the original on 2021-07-02. Retrieved 2021-07-02.
- ^ "Karan Aujla releases first track of his debut album". Sify. Archived from the original on July 9, 2021. Retrieved 2021-07-09.
- ^ "Singer Karan Aujla shares details about his new song". ANI News. Retrieved 2021-07-10.
- ^ "Karan Aujla trends on the music charts with 'Chu Gon Do' from his debut album 'BTFU' - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-07-10.
- ^ "Asian Music Chart Top 40 | Official Charts Company". www.officialcharts.com. Retrieved 2021-07-17.
- ^ "Billboard Canadian Albums Chart". Billboard. Retrieved 2021-10-06.
- ^ "NZ Top 40 Albums Chart". Recorded Music NZ. 27 September 2021. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
- ^ "Official Album Downloads Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 18 September 2021.