"Speed It Up" is a song by American rapper Gunna, released on February 11, 2019 as the second single from his debut studio album Drip or Drown 2 (2019). It was produced by Turbo.
Composition
The song finds Gunna melodically rapping[1] about his luxuries such as private planes, diamond chains and expensive clothes,[2][3] over a beat with heavy bass[1] and described as "very mellow, almost monotone".[2]
Critical reception
Alex Zidel of HotNewHipHop wrote "There are few string elements to 'Speed It Up' but Gunna still shows up to do his thing. The beat is nice and although it may take some people a while to get warmed up to Gunna's reserved flows here, we're confident it will be more of a grower."[4] Austin Boykins of Hypebeast stated "Gunna appropriately floats over the Turbo-produced track thanks to his melodic bounce that he's also displayed on some of his featured tracks such as Travis Scott's 'Yosemite' and 'Drip Too Hard' alongside Lil Baby."[1] Alphonse Pierre of Pitchfork remarked "Like most Gunna songs, 'Speed It Up' is lyrically uncomplicated, but he uses a stop-start delivery that instantly implants every line into your brain. The Turbo beat like—Gunna's personality—is smooth, simple, and quiet. And Gunna has shamelessly lost interest in all topics that have nothing to do with designer clothing. Every verse feels like a weekly Gunna wardrobe update, one I endlessly look forward to".[3]
Charts
| Chart (2019) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[5] | 96 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[6] | 91 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[7] | 43 |
Certifications
| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| United States (RIAA)[8] | Gold | 500,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
References
- ^ a b c Boykins, Austin (February 11, 2019). "Gunna Shares New 'Drip or Drown 2' Single, "Speed It Up"". Hypebeast. Retrieved 9 February 2025.
- ^ a b Schatz, Lake (February 11, 2019). "Gunna lets loose new song "Speed It Up": Stream". Consequence of Sound. Retrieved 9 February 2025.
- ^ a b Pierre, Alphonse (February 12, 2019). "The Ones: Gunna's "Speed It Up"". Pitchfork. Retrieved 9 February 2025.
- ^ Zidel, Alex (February 11, 2019). "Gunna Releases "Speed It Up" Ahead Of "Drip Or Drown 2"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 9 February 2025.
- ^ "Gunna Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved February 9, 2025.
- ^ "Gunna Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved February 9, 2025.
- ^ "Gunna Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved February 9, 2025.
- ^ "American single certifications – Gunna – Speed It Up". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved 9 February 2025.
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