Watch Out For This (Bumaye)
Major Lazer · 2013
18 min · 4 tracks · hip-hop
An electrifying blend of dancehall rhythms and vibrant electronic soundscapes that invites listeners to the dance floor.
Top tracks — play these first
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Watch Out for This (Bumaye) — This track encapsulates Major Lazer's signature fusion of dancehall and electronic elements, showcasing a pulsating rhythm that energizes listeners.
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Watch Out for This (Bumaye) (Daddy Yankee remix) — Featuring Daddy Yankee, this remix amplifies the original's energy while integrating reggaeton influences, highlighting Major Lazer's collaborative spirit.
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Shell It Down — This track exemplifies the moombahton style prevalent in the album, blending catchy hooks with bass-heavy beats that keep the party vibe alive.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single showcases strong dance rhythms and effective remixes but lacks a cohesive narrative across all tracks.
What we noticed
- The primary track features a steady dancehall beat layered with electronic synths, creating an infectious groove that drives the song.
- The Daddy Yankee remix introduces reggaeton elements, altering the rhythm and adding a different vocal style while maintaining the original's energy.
- The track 'Shell It Down' shifts to a more traditional dancehall sound, emphasizing rhythmic vocals over a minimalist production.
- The remixes at the end of the tracklist maintain the core elements of the original while offering variations in tempo and arrangement.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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 helped solidify Major Lazer's reputation in the EDM scene.
- Career context
- In 2013, Major Lazer was solidifying its reputation in the EDM scene after the success of their debut album, 'Guns Don't Kill People... Lazers Do'. This release marked a significant moment in their career, showcasing a more refined sound and broader appeal, particularly with collaborations featuring various artists.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Watch Out for This (Bumaye) 4:29
- 2 Watch Out for This (Bumaye) (Daddy Yankee remix) 4:26
- 3 Shell It Down 4:31
- 4 Watch Out for This (Bumaye) (Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike Tomorrowland remix) 5:01
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