I Wish (Kodak Black song)
| "I Wish" | |
|---|---|
| Promotional single by Kodak Black | |
| from the album Back for Everything | |
| Released | February 22, 2022 |
| Length | 2:45 |
| Label |
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| Songwriter(s) |
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| Producer(s) | Saved by da Bell |
| Music video | |
| "I Wish" on YouTube | |
"I Wish" is a song by American rapper Kodak Black, released on February 22, 2022, as the second promotional single from his fourth studio album Back for Everything (2022). Produced by Saved by da Bell, it contains a sample of "One Wish" by Ray J.
Background[edit]
Earlier in February 2022, Kodak Black previewed the lyrics of the song on Twitter.[1]
Composition and lyrics[edit]
Over the sample, Kodak Black reflects on the difficulties he has faced and his struggle to stay out of trouble: "I wish I could stop thuggin' for real / Leave the streets without me bein' killed / For so long, I been goin' on drills / Drinkin' that lean, pour it straight out the seal".[2][3] He mentions being pardoned by President Donald Trump, wanting to care for his son, and the names of many members of his entourage.[4]
Music video[edit]
An accompanying music video was released alongside the song. Directed by Kodak Black and shot by Cameraman Chris, it sees Kodak hanging out with his crew outside late at night with two-by-fours.[2][3] In addition, he shows off his jewelry and expensive cars, and poses in front of and boards a private jet.[1][3]
Charts[edit]
| Chart (2022) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Billboard Hot 100[5] | 90 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[6] | 33 |
References[edit]
- ^ a b Kelly, Dylan (February 23, 2022). "Kodak Black Flexes Iced-Out Chains and Private Jet in New "I Wish" Music Video". Hypebeast. Retrieved 16 June 2023.
- ^ a b Cummings-Grady, Mackenzie (February 22, 2022). "Kodak Black Releases 'I Wish' Video Ahead Of 'Back For Everything' Album". HipHopDX. Retrieved 16 June 2023.
- ^ a b c Powell, Jon (February 22, 2022). "Kodak Black delivers new video for "I Wish"". Revolt. Retrieved 16 June 2023.
- ^ Zidel, Alex (February 22, 2022). "Kodak Black Releases New Song "I Wish"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 16 June 2023.
- ^ "Kodak Black Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved June 16, 2023.
- ^ "Kodak Black Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved June 16, 2023.