Checkmate (Rod Wave song)
2023 single by Rod Wave
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"Checkmate" is a song by American rapper and singer Rod Wave, released on September 14, 2023 as the fifth single from his fifth studio album Nostalgia (2023). It was produced by BeatsbyTrain, Camm and Fraxille.
ReleasedSeptember 14, 2023
Length3:17
Songwriters
- Rodarius Green
- Bryan Beachley
- Cameron Holmes
- Jonas Gumdal
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| Single by Rod Wave | ||||
| from the album Nostalgia | ||||
| Released | September 14, 2023 | |||
| Length | 3:17 | |||
| Label | Alamo | |||
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Composition
Critical reception
Alexander Cole of HotNewHipHop wrote, "The vocals here are powerful, and the same can be said for the lyrics. Lastly, the production here is also solid and fits the theme of Wave's previous work."[1]
Music video
An official music video was released alongside the single. It shows Rod Wave in activities all over the country, such as being in the pool, flying on a private jet, and spending time with his twin daughters.[2]
Charts
| Chart (2023) | Peak position |
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| US Billboard Hot 100[3] | 55 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[4] | 22 |