"No Halo" (stylized in all caps) is a song by American hip hop boy band Brockhampton, released on August 22, 2019 as the fourth single from their fifth studio album Ginger, which was released a day later. The song features vocals from Deb Never.[1]
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| from the album Ginger | ||||
| Released | August 22, 2019 | |||
| Recorded | April 21 – July 31, 2019 | |||
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| Length | 4:19 | |||
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Composition
editThe song has been described as mellow[2] and having a "mopey, introspective vibe".[3] It contains an acoustic guitar riff and drums in the instrumental,[4][5] and performance through singing as much as rapping. The lyrics focus on depression, with different members addressing certain failures in their individual lives since rising to fame and topics such as failed relationships, substance abuse and religion.[4][5][6][7][8][9] Deb Never sings the chorus along with Matt Champion and Merlyn Wood, repeating the words "I'm sure I'll find it".[4][9]
Music video
editThe music video was directed by Spencer Ford and released on August 21, 2019. Following a recurring surrealist theme,[2][5] it sees Brockhampton in a darkened forest and roaming the streets.[3] The video features silver jumpsuits which have been used in Brockhampton's other videos,[3][5][8] Deb Never is seen with an owl.[7] When the members ride in a car, the video blurs as if they are drunk.[8] Each verse is performed in a varying scenario: Merlyn Wood appears on the stern of a yacht that is dangerously rocking in sea, Joba appears in an empty church illuminated in red, and Bearface sits within a silver cubby hole of similar material to his outfit.[8][9]
Live performances
editBrockhampton performed the song on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on September 6, 2019.[10]
Charts
edit| Chart (2019) | Peak position |
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| Australia (ARIA)[11] | 65 |
| Belgium (Ultratop 50 Flanders)[12] | 45 |
| Ireland (IRMA)[13] | 50 |
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[14] | 8 |
| UK Singles (OCC)[15] | 76 |
References
edit- ^ D'Souza, Shaad (August 22, 2019). "BROCKHAMPTON drop new single and video "NO HALO" feat Deb Never". The Fader. Retrieved 25 December 2023.
- ^ a b Marie, Erika (August 22, 2019). "BROCKHAMPTON Delivers "No Halo" A Day Ahead Of "Ginger" Release". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 25 December 2023.
- ^ a b c Zemler, Emily (August 22, 2019). "Watch Brockhampton's Eclectic Video for 'No Halo'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 25 December 2023.
- ^ a b c Breihan, Tom (August 22, 2019). "Brockhampton – "No Halo" Video". Stereogum. Retrieved 25 December 2023.
- ^ a b c d Caraan, Sophie (August 22, 2019). "BROCKHAMPTON Taps Deb Never & Ryan Beatty for New Single "NO HALO"". Hypebeast. Retrieved 25 December 2023.
- ^ Osei, Sarah (August 22, 2019). "BROCKHAMPTON Drop Spacey Visuals For New Track & Video "No Halo"". Highsnobiety. Retrieved 25 December 2023.
- ^ a b Saponara, Michael (August 22, 2019). "Brockhampton Battle Life's Addictions With Deb Never and an Owl in Dark 'No Halo' Video: Watch". Billboard. Retrieved 25 December 2023.
- ^ a b c d Alston, Trey (August 22, 2019). "BROCKHAMPTON Use Dark Churches And Rocking Boats To Show Their Sadness In 'No Halo'". MTV News. Archived from the original on December 25, 2023. Retrieved 25 December 2023.
- ^ a b c Williams, Aaron (August 22, 2019). "Brockhampton Tackles Depression With The Help Of Deb Never In Their Shiny 'No Halo' Video". Uproxx. Retrieved 25 December 2023.
- ^ Rettig, James (September 6, 2019). "Watch Brockhampton Perform "Sugar" On Ellen, "No Halo" On Kimmel". Stereogum. Retrieved 25 December 2023.
- ^ "ARIA Chart Watch #540". auspOp. August 31, 2019. Archived from the original on August 31, 2019. Retrieved December 25, 2023.
- ^ "Brockhampton – No Halo" (in Dutch). Ultratop 50. Retrieved December 25, 2023.
- ^ "Irish-charts.com – Discography Brockhampton". Irish Singles Chart. Retrieved December 25, 2023.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. September 2, 2019. Retrieved December 25, 2023.
- ^ "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved December 25, 2023.