Die a Little Bit
2019 single by Tinashe
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"Die a Little Bit" is a song by American singer Tinashe featuring guest vocals from British rapper Ms Banks. It was released through Tinashe's new independent label, Tinashe Music Inc. on October 24, 2019, as the first single from Tinashe's fourth studio album, Songs for You. The song was produced by Trackside and written by Ms Banks, Rook Monroe and Tinashe.
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| Single by Tinashe featuring Ms Banks | ||||
| from the album Songs for You | ||||
| Released | October 24, 2019 | |||
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| Length | 2:45 | |||
| Label | Tinashe Music | |||
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| Producer | Trackside | |||
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| "Die a Little Bit" on YouTube | ||||
Background and release
After the release of Tinashe's previous single "Throw a Fit" last year, she released "Die a Little Bit" for her fourth studio album.[1] According to Rolling Stone, the single arrived following her split from RCA earlier in the year, marking a new phase in her independent career.[2] A remix version with producer Zhu was released on July 3, 2020.[3]
Composition
"Die a Little Bit" has been described as electropop[4] and UK rap[5] over a throwback '90s house beat with breathy vocals and minimal production.[2] According to Paper, the track blends Tinashe's rapped delivery and light soprano vocals with crisp London house–influenced production. British rapper Ms Banks contributes an additional verse, bringing an energetic flow to a song centered on themes of partying intensely and embracing a no-regret attitude.[6]
Critical reception
Music video
The music video for "Die a Little Bit" depicts Tinashe brooding and later partying with friends in a club setting.[8]