Hard (Sophie song)
2014 single by Sophie
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"Hard" is a song recorded by the British music producer Sophie with vocal contributions by the British singer GFOTY. It was released on 4 August 2014 as a single, later appearing on the artist's compilation album Product (2015).[1][2] It was also released on vinyl as the B-side to "Lemonade".[3] When creating the song, Sophie thought about "physics and materials"; the musician said the song "is made from metal and latex".[4] Pitchfork named it the "Best New Track".[5] It was named one of the best songs of the year by Pitchfork (alongside "Lemonade"),[6] Spin,[7] Tiny Mix Tapes,[8] Dazed,[9] the annual Pazz & Jop critics poll,[10] and DMY at number one.[11] In 2017, Vice ranked it the 98th best EDM song of all time.[12] The New York Times named "Hard" one of Sophie's most essential songs.[13]
Charts
In 2021, the "Lemonade / Hard" vinyl appeared at the Official Physical Singles Chart and the Official Vinyl Singles Chart.[14]
| Chart (2021) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| UK Physical Singles Chart (OCC)[14] | 5 |
| UK Vinyl Singles Chart (OCC)[14] | 3 |
Credits
- Sophie – production, composition
- GFOTY – vocals
