"Workin on Me" is a song by American rapper Russ and American singer 6lack, released on May 17, 2024.

"Workin on Me"
Single by Russ and 6lack
ReleasedMay 17, 2024
Length5:00
LabelDiemon
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)Russ
Russ singles chronology
"That's My Girl" / "Tired"
(2024)
"Workin on Me"
(2024)
"Best Friend"
(2024)
6lack singles chronology
"Come Alive"
(2024)
"Workin on Me"
(2024)

Background

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Russ gave some background information on the song to The Source: "I made this song a little over a year ago and didn't have a second verse on it. I included a snippet of the song on my fan voting platform and it was voted in the top 3. I sent 6lack the song to jump on and he killed it, and we're going on an arena tour this summer."[1]

Composition

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The song uses a "downtempo, grungy" guitar loop, with lyrics revolving around failed relationships[2] and struggling in self-improvement.[3] Russ raps and croons for the first half of the track, before 6lack performs a verse in which he apologizes for his wrongdoings and promises to be a better person.[2]

Critical reception

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Shawn Grant of The Source wrote, "This soulful and introspective track highlights Russ' vulnerable vocals and lyricism, complemented by a poignant verse from 6lack."[1]

Charts

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Chart performance for "Workin on Me"
Chart (2024) Peak
position
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[4] 8

References

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  1. ^ a b Grant, Shawn (May 17, 2024). "Russ Drops New Single "Workin On Me" Featuring 6LACK Ahead of Summer Tour". The Source. Retrieved 28 May 2024.
  2. ^ a b Williams, Aaron (May 17, 2024). "Russ Teams Up With His Tour Mate 6lack To Detail How He's 'Working On Me'". Uproxx. Retrieved 28 May 2024.
  3. ^ Horvath, Zachary (May 17, 2024). "Russ & 6LACK Are Looking To Improve Themselves With "Workin On Me"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 28 May 2024.
  4. ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. May 27, 2024. Retrieved May 28, 2024.