Released 10 years ago
Cold Water
Major Lazer · 2016
6 min · 2 tracks · hip-hop
A vibrant blend of tropical rhythms and electronic beats, merging pop sensibilities with dancehall influences for an infectious summer anthem.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cold Water — This track features a compelling vocal performance from Justin Bieber, showcasing his versatility while seamlessly blending pop and dancehall elements.
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Cold Water (instrumental) — The instrumental version highlights Major Lazer's production prowess, allowing listeners to appreciate the intricate layering of electronic and reggae-inspired sounds.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe single combines catchy hooks with strong production, making it a memorable summer anthem.
What we noticed
- The main track features a steady four-on-the-floor beat with syncopated percussion that drives the rhythm forward.
- The instrumental version strips away the vocals but retains the vibrant electronic and tropical elements, emphasizing the production.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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 — This single solidified Major Lazer's commercial appeal post 'Lean On'.
- Career context
- When 'Cold Water' was released in July 2016, Major Lazer was riding high on the success of their previous album, 'Peace Is the Mission,' which featured the massive hit 'Lean On.' This single marked a continuation of their innovative approach to blending genres while solidifying their presence in mainstream pop music. It also showcased their ability to collaborate effectively with artists like Justin Bieber and MØ, further broadening their audience.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cold Water 3:05
- 2 Cold Water (instrumental) 3:05
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