Hotline Bling

Drake

About Hotline Bling

"Hotline Bling" is a song recorded by Canadian rapper Drake, which serves as the lead single from his fourth studio album Views (2016). The song is credited as a bonus track on the album. It was made available for digital download on July 31, 2015, through OVO Sound, Cash Money, Young Money and Republic. Music critics were complimentary about the presentation of Drake's emotional side, as well as its production, but criticized its lyrics. A music video directed by Director X was released two months later; it subsequently gained popularity on YouTube and spawned several parodies. The song was included on several year-end critics' polls. "Hotline Bling" reached number two on the US Billboard Hot 100. It also reached number three in Drake's native Canada and the United Kingdom. The song won the award for Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Song at the 2016 American Music Awards. It also received two wins at the 2017 Grammy Awards for Best Rap Song and Best Rap/Sung Performance. 


Year:
2015
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You used to call me on my, you used to, you used to
You used to call me on my cell phone
Late night when you need my love
Call me on my cell phone
Late night when you need my love
I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing
I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing

Ever since I left the city you
Got a reputation for yourself now
Everybody knows and I feel left out
Girl you got me down, you got me stressed out
Cause ever since I left the city, you
Started wearing less and goin' out more
Glasses of champagne out on the dance floor
Hangin' with some girls I've never seen before

You used to call me on my cell phone
Late night when you need my love
Call me on my cell phone
Late night when you need my love
I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing
I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing

Ever since I left the city, you, you, you
You and me we just don't get along
You make me feel like I did you wrong
Going places where you don't belong
Ever since I left the city, you
You got exactly what you asked for
Running out of pages in your passport
Hanging with some girls I've never seen before

You used to call me on my cell phone
Late night when you need my love
Call me on my cell phone
Late night when you need my love
I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing
I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing

These days, all I do is
Wonder if you bendin' over backwards for someone else
Wonder if your rollin' backwoods for someone else
Doing things I taught you gettin' nasty for someone else
You don't need no one else
You don't need nobody else, no
Why you never alone
Why you always touching road
Used to always stay at home, be a good girl
You was in the zone
You should just be yourself
Right now, you're someone else

You used to call me on my cell phone
Late night when you need my love
Call me on my cell phone
Late night when you need my love
I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing
I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing

Ever since I left the city

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Drake

Aubrey Drake Graham is a Canadian pop star, singer, songwriter, and actor. He was born in Toronto, Ontario. He first garnered recognition for his role as Jimmy Brooks on the television series Degrassi: The Next Generation. more »

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Written by: Anthony Paul Jefferies, Aubrey Drake Graham, Timmy Thomas

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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20 facts about this song

Song Release
"Hotline Bling" by Drake was released as a single on July 31, 2015.
Album Inclusion
The song was later included on Drake's fourth studio album, "Views."
Chart Performance
"Hotline Bling" peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of Drake's highest charting songs at the time.
Inspiration
The song was supposedly inspired by Drake's past experiences with relationships.
Music Video
The music video for "Hotline Bling" became notorious because of Drake's dance moves, which led to a slew of internet memes.
Grammy Nominations
"Hotline Bling" earned two Grammy nominations in 2017 - Best Rap/Sung Performance and Best Rap Song.
Sample Usage
The song uses a sample from "Why Can't We Live Together" by Timmy Thomas.
First Number One Single in UK
Though it peaked at number two in the US, "Hotline Bling" became Drake's first number one single in the UK.
Cultural Impact
Thanks to its unique sound and iconic video, the song had a considerable cultural impact and remains one of Drake's most recognized songs.
Platinum Certifications
"Hotline Bling" was certified 7x Platinum in the US, making it one of Drake's best-selling songs.
Director of the Video
The music video was directed by acclaimed director X.
Latin Flair
The song is noted for its distinct Latin-infused sound, different from traditional hip-hop or rap tracks.
Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Chart
"Hotline Bling" spent 9 consecutive weeks at number 1 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
Cultural References
The song has been referenced in numerous television shows and films, further accentuating its cultural significance.
Billboard Year-End Chart
The track finished 2016 as the second most popular song of the year on the Billboard Hot 100 Year-End Chart.
Parodies
Numerous parodies have been made of the music video, including one by Donald Trump on Saturday Night Live.
Video Views
The music video for "Hotline Bling" has more than 1.6 billion views on YouTube as of 2021.
Cover Versions
Many cover versions of "Hotline Bling" have been released by various artists, which include acoustic and orchestral renditions.
Song Writers
The song was written by Aubrey Graham (Drake), Paul Jefferies, and Timmy Thomas.
Musical Style
"Hotline Bling" is considered a pop, R&B, soul, and dancehall song – a departure from Drake's usual hip hop style.

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