"Suicidal" is a song by American rapper
YNW Melly
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from his debut studio album ''
Melly vs. Melvin'' (2019). It is YNW Melly's second song to enter the top 20, peaking at number 20 on the
''Billboard'' Hot 100, and his second highest-charting single as well, following "
Murder on My Mind". A remix featuring
Juice Wrld
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was released on March 13, 2020.
Background
The song was originally released in November 2019 as a track from YNW Melly's debut studio album ''
Melly vs. Melvin''.
The remix of the song, featuring Juice Wrld, was first previewed by Melly on
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on December 8, 2019, the same day that Juice Wrld died. It was announced on March 11, 2020, and released two days later, following the song's virality on
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. It is Juice's third posthumous feature, following his guest appearances on "
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" by
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and "
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" by
G Herbo
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.
Composition
The lyrics deal with the consequences of anguish, hatred and depression that resulted from a contemptuous breakup. Melly sings about drinking
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to forget about the relationship, only to worsen his condition by abusing alcohol. Thus, the love is described as "suicidal".
Charts
Weekly charts
Year-end charts
Certifications
References
{{Juice Wrld
2019 songs
2020 singles
YNW Melly songs
300 Entertainment singles
Emo rap songs
Songs about alcohol
Songs about heartache
Songs about suicide
Songs released posthumously