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Rough Water

Travie McCoy · 2013

3 min · 1 track · reggae · alternative hip-hop · pop rap

A vibrant blend of pop rap and reggae influences, reflecting introspective themes over catchy hooks.

Rough Water is a single by Travie McCoy, released in 2013. A vibrant blend of pop rap and reggae influences, reflecting introspective themes over catchy hooks. 'Rough Water' marked a significant return for McCoy, receiving praise for its infectious melody and lyrical depth. The song's commercial performance helped solidify McCoy's reputation within the pop-rap genre, and it was notable for blending diverse musical styles that appealed to a broad audience. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rough Water sound like?

A vibrant blend of pop rap and reggae influences, reflecting introspective themes over catchy hooks. Rooted in reggae and alternative hip-hop.

What makes Rough Water by Travie McCoy notable?

'Rough Water' marked a significant return for McCoy, receiving praise for its infectious melody and lyrical depth. The song's commercial performance helped solidify McCoy's reputation within the pop-rap genre, and it was notable for blending diverse musical styles that appealed to a broad audience. Released in 2013, 'Rough Water' is Travie McCoy's first major solo project since his debut album, 'Lazarus,' in 2010. Following a period of experimentation with different musical styles, McCoy aimed to re-establish his presence in the music scene with this single. The track showcases his evolution as an artist while maintaining ties to his roots in alternative hip-hop.

How many songs are on Rough Water?

Rough Water has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Tracklist

1 track·3:39

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

  • 1 Rough Water Standout 3:39

Release Date

January 1, 2013

Genre

alternative hip-hop, pop rap, reggae

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

3 min 39 sec