Bipp
Song by Sophie
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"Bipp" (stylized in all uppercase) is a song by British record producer Sophie. It was released as a single on 17 June 2013 as Sophie's first release on the label Numbers, backed by the B-side "Elle". Upon release, the song became a critical success, appearing on numerous end-of-year single polls and bringing Sophie early attention.[5]
Reception
"Bipp" received attention from music critics, topping XLR8R's year-end list of tracks and placing 17 on Pitchfork's list.[7][8] Pitchfork described the track as "rearranging emblazoned beats and rollercoaster dynamics in favor of vigorous sound design and the sticky hooks,"[9] and later ranked "Bipp" 56 on its list of the best tracks from 2010 to 2014.[10] Resident Advisor described the track as "wet and slippery", and praised its pitched-up vocal, stating that "'Bipp' takes a tired device and revitalizes it through sheer insistence.[6] B-side "Elle" features more chaotic rhythm and synths, drawing comparisons to TNGHT and Rustie.[6][11] The Forty-Five's Sophie Walker named it the 24th best hyperpop song of all time.[12]
Autechre remix
After releasing Product, her first album, Sophie claimed that no remixes should be made of her music except for Autechre, a British electronic music duo.[14] After one of the members of Autechre had heard an early promotional copy of "Bipp", Numbers tried to convince Autechre to remix the song.[15]
In 14 January 2021, Autechre released a remix of "Bipp" as a single through Numbers and on streaming.[15] A vinyl version of the single was released on 28 January, with bonus track "Unisil" on the B-side.[14] Andrew Ryce writing for Resident Advisor described the single as "disappointing" and "oddly restrained".[13]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Bipp" | 3:44 |
| 2. | "Elle" | 3:44 |
| Total length: | 7:28 | |
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Bipp" | 3:01 |
| 2. | "Elle" | 3:44 |
| Total length: | 6:45 | |
Credits
- Sophie – production, composition
Charts
In 2021, the "Bipp / Elle" vinyl appeared on the Official Physical Singles Chart and the Official Vinyl Singles Chart.[16]
| Chart (2021) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| UK Physical Singles Chart (OCC)[16] | 12 |
| UK Vinyl Singles Chart (OCC)[16] | 7 |