What makes Black Widow by Iggy Azalea notable?

'Black Widow' reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified multi-platinum, showcasing Azalea's commercial appeal. The song's collaboration with pop powerhouse Rita Ora not only brought a fresh blend of styles but also contributed to the growing popularity of female-led collaborations in pop music during this era. Released on July 8, 2014, 'Black Widow' marked a significant point in Iggy Azalea's career as it followed her breakthrough debut album 'The New Classic'. At this time, she was riding high on the success of her earlier singles, including 'Fancy', which had topped charts and solidified her place in mainstream music.

How many songs are on Black Widow?

Black Widow has 3 tracks, running approximately 10 minutes.

Black Widow

Iggy Azalea · 2014

10 min · 3 tracks · electronic music

A pulsating blend of trap beats and catchy hooks, layered with dark, cinematic production and Azalea's confident rap delivery.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Black Widow (explicit album version) — This version emphasizes Iggy's fierce lyrical prowess and showcases a darker tone that complements the song's themes of betrayal and empowerment.
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Black Widow (clean album version) — The clean version captures the infectious hook while making it accessible for radio play, demonstrating Azalea's crossover appeal into mainstream pop.
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Black Widow (super clean radio edit) — The super clean edit highlights the track’s catchy chorus, making it suitable for all audiences while maintaining its core energy.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The song blends rap and pop effectively but lacks depth in composition and cohesion due to its single nature.

What we noticed

The track features a prominent trap beat that drives the rhythm throughout, with layered synths creating a dark atmosphere.
Iggy Azalea's verses alternate with Rita Ora's chorus, providing a dynamic contrast between rap and pop vocals.
The song employs a repetitive hook that reinforces its catchiness, making it memorable for listeners.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Followed her debut album, solidifying Azalea's commercial success and recognition.
Career context: Released on July 8, 2014, 'Black Widow' marked a significant point in Iggy Azalea's career as it followed her breakthrough debut album 'The New Classic'. At this time, she was riding high on the success of her earlier singles, including 'Fancy', which had topped charts and solidified her place in mainstream music.
Stylistic neighbors: Charli XCX· Rita Ora· Bebe Rexha