Antidote_(Travis_Scott_song)

Antidote (Travis Scott song)

Antidote (Travis Scott song)

2015 single by Travis Scott


"Antidote" is a song by American rapper Travis Scott. It was released on July 28, 2015, as the second single from his debut studio album, Rodeo (2015). Produced by WondaGurl and Eestbound, the song peaked at number 16 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. "Antidote" has since been certified quadruple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

Quick Facts Single by Travis Scott, from the album Rodeo ...

Background

The song was first heard when Travis Scott performed it live at JMBLYA.[1] It was later released on June 21, 2015. "Antidote" was not initially intended to appear on Rodeo, as confirmed on Scott's SoundCloud on June 23, 2015: "This is for the real fans; the real ragers! This is some vibes for the summer. This isn’t on Rodeo… it’s coming soon." However, due to the song's popularity, Scott included the track on his debut album. On July 29, 2015, "Antidote" was released via digital distribution as the album's second single. The song samples "All I Need" by Lee Fields and The Expressions.

Music video

On September 3, 2015, a teaser for the "Antidote" music video was uploaded on Scott's Vevo channel.[2] The video premiered on September 18, 2015.[3] The music video features Dominican models Yaris Sanchez and Ayisha Diaz and rapper Rich Hil (with green hair).

Live performances

On September 23, 2015, Travis Scott performed "Antidote", live on national television, on Jimmy Kimmel Live.[4][5] On November 17, 2015, in between dates on The Weeknd's "Madness Fall Tour," Travis Scott appeared on Late Night with Seth Meyers, where he performed a medley of "Antidote" and "Pray 4 Love".[6][7]

Charts

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Certifications

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Radio and release history

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References

  1. Blainer (21 June 2015). "Travis Scott "Antidote" JMBLYA". Retrieved 1 July 2016 via YouTube.
  2. "Sneak Peek: Travi$ Scott – 'Antidote'". Rap-Up. September 3, 2015. Retrieved September 9, 2015.
  3. "Video: Travi$ Scott – 'Antidote'". Rap-Up. September 18, 2015. Retrieved September 19, 2015.
  4. "Travis Scott – Antidote" (in Dutch). Ultratip. Retrieved November 28, 2015.
  5. "Travis Scott – Antidote" (in French). Les classement single. Retrieved October 15, 2015.
  6. "Hot 100 Songs - Year-End 2016". Billboard. Billboard. Retrieved December 8, 2016.
  7. "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – Year-End 2016". Billboard. Retrieved August 23, 2019.
  8. "Rhythmic Songs – Year-End 2016". Billboard. Retrieved August 23, 2019.

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