Peanut Butter Jelly cover

Peanut Butter Jelly

Galantis · 2015

19 min · 4 tracks · house music

A vibrant blend of infectious hooks and driving beats that epitomizes the euphoric energy of contemporary dance music.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Peanut Butter Jelly (Jacques Lu Cont remix) — This remix transforms the original into a disco-infused anthem, enhancing its danceability while retaining the playful spirit of the track.
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    Peanut Butter Jelly (GTA remix) — This version infuses high-energy beats and bass drops, making it a favorite among festival-goers and perfect for peak-hour sets.
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    Peanut Butter Jelly (Moska remix) — Moska's take adds a tropical twist, emphasizing rhythmic elements that elevate the song's upbeat nature while introducing fresh sonic textures.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

42 /100
Lowland
Higher than 1% of albums we've rated

The remixes provide varied takes on a solid hook, but the overall structure lacks depth beyond initial enjoyment.

What we noticed

  • The single features four remixes of the same track, each offering a distinct interpretation while maintaining the core melody and beat.
  • The original track's infectious hook is present in all versions, ensuring a consistent thematic element across the remixes.
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
5/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Established Galantis' reputation with a significant hit in the dance music scene.
Career context
When 'Peanut Butter Jelly' was released in April 2015, Galantis was solidifying their presence in the electronic dance music scene, following their breakout success with 'Runaway (U & I)' in 2014. This single marked a pivotal moment as it showcased their signature sound, combining catchy melodies with anthemic production techniques.
Stylistic neighbors
Zedd· David Guetta· Kygo

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Peanut Butter Jelly (original version)

    The chorus shifts from playful imagery to an energetic call-and-response that invites listeners to dance along.

    This transition not only enhances engagement but also mirrors the euphoric atmosphere typically found in live DJ sets.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Peanut Butter Jelly (Jacques Lu Cont remix) 4:46
  • 2 Peanut Butter Jelly (GTA remix) 5:10
  • 3 Peanut Butter Jelly (Moska remix) 5:06
  • 4 Peanut Butter Jelly (Genairo Nvilla remix) 4:52

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