Vicious (Tate McRae song) explained

"Vicious" is a song by Canadian singer Tate McRae, featuring vocals from American rapper Lil Mosey. It was released on June 19, 2020 through RCA Records.^[1] The song was written by the two artists, alongside producer Mark Nilan, and James Abrahart and Victoria Zaro.

Background

In a press statement, McRae said, "Super stoked to be dropping 'vicious' featuring Lil Mosey. I've always been a fan of his work, so it's super dope to have a rapper like him jump on this record. Soooo excited for everyone to hear what we've been working on!!"

She also filmed the music video herself at home during isolation, which is intertwined with animations that see her transform into her alter ego and enter another universe.^[2]

Personnel

Credits adapted from Tidal.^[3]

• Mark Nilan – producer, composer, lyricist, recording engineer
• James Abrahart – composer, lyricist
• Lathan Echols – composer, lyricist, associated performer, featured artist
• Tate McRae – composer, lyricist, associated performer
• Victoria Zaro – composer, lyricist
• Jeremie Inhaber – assistant engineer
• Scott Desmarais – assistant engineer
• Chris Galland – engineer
• Dave Kutch – mastering engineer
• Manny Marroquin – mixing engineer
• Benjamin Rice – vocal producer

Charts

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Peak position
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[4]	35

Release history

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Date	Format(s)	Label
Various	June 19, 2020		RCA

Notes and References

1. Web site: vicious (feat. Lil Mosey) - Single by Tate McRae. Apple Music. October 13, 2020.
2. Web site: Tate McRae and Lil Mosey collaborate on new single 'vicious'. NME. June 19, 2020. October 13, 2020.
3. Web site: Credits / vicious / Tate McRae – TIDAL. Tidal. October 13, 2020.
4. Web site: NZ Hot Singles Chart. Recorded Music NZ. June 29, 2020. October 13, 2020.