Best for Me
2024 single by Joyner Lucas and Jelly Roll
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"Best for Me" is a song by American rapper Joyner Lucas and American singer Jelly Roll, released on March 18, 2024 as the seventh single from the former's second studio album Not Now I'm Busy (2024). It was produced by Nox Beatz, Young Taylor, Charlie Chronopoulos, Leo Son, Young Lime, Ayoley and Chezka.
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| Single by Joyner Lucas and Jelly Roll | ||||
| from the album Not Now I'm Busy | ||||
| Released | March 18, 2024 | |||
| Genre | Conscious hip hop[1] | |||
| Length | 3:58 | |||
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Composition
Jelly Roll sings the chorus of the song,[1] in which he questions on complexities in love,[2] while Joyner Lucas raps about having a loved one who is struggling with drug addiction and abuse and his feeling about it,[1][2] from both his own and their perspectives.[1] The artists focus on the importance of offering support and compassion as well as reaching out for help.[2]
Critical reception
Zachary Horvath of HotNewHipHop stated that "Jelly Roll adds some extra soul with a terrific chorus and vocal performance."[1]
Charts
| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
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| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[3] | 30 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[4] | 93 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[5] | 40 |
| US Rhythmic Airplay (Billboard)[6] | 23 |