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Kickstarts

Example · 2010

35 min · 7 tracks · grime

High-energy beats and infectious hooks intertwine with rap verses, creating an electrifying dancefloor anthem.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Kickstarts (radio edit) Start here — The radio edit captures the essence of the song with its catchy chorus and streamlined production, making it accessible for mainstream audiences.
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    Kickstarts (extended mix) — This version expands on the radio edit's infectious hook, allowing listeners to fully immerse themselves in its danceable beat.
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    Kickstarts (Afrojack remix) — Afrojack's remix elevates the original with a punchy drop and festival-ready build-up, exemplifying the fusion of EDM and hip hop.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental
45 /100
Lowland
Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single features varied remixes that highlight its energetic core but lacks a cohesive narrative across versions.

What we noticed

  • Each remix introduces distinct production styles while maintaining the core elements of the original track, such as its high-energy beats.
  • The instrumental edit strips away the vocals entirely, allowing the rhythmic and melodic components to stand out.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady dancefloor energy
  • catchy remixes for parties
  • sing-along moments with friends
  • short bursts of excitement

Maybe skip if you

  • slow, reflective listening preferences
  • long, cohesive album experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This single solidified Example's mainstream success after his initial breakthrough album.
Career context
Kickstarts was released as part of Example's burgeoning career during a pivotal moment in UK music. Following his breakthrough album, 'Won't Go Quietly' in 2009, this single further solidified his presence in the UK rap and grime scenes, showcasing his ability to blend genres effectively.
Stylistic neighbors
Skepta· Jme· Stormzy

Tracklist

  • 1 Kickstarts (radio edit) Start here 3:03
  • 2 Kickstarts (extended mix) 5:34
  • 3 Kickstarts (Wideboys remix) 6:32
  • 4 Kickstarts (Afrojack remix) 6:32
  • 5 Kickstarts (Fenech-Soler remix) 5:46
  • 6 Kickstarts (BAR9 remix) 4:53
  • 7 Kickstarts (instrumental edit) 3:03

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