​“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” is the fourth single from Shaboozey’s album Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going and is his biggest hit to date. Although Shaboozey made his major-label debut in 2018, this track is his first single to chart and has since achieved multi-platinum status around the world.
Released on April 12, 2024, the single was collaboratively written by Shaboozey, Nevin Sastry, and Sean Cook and features a prominent interpolation of J-Kwon’s 2004 hit “Tipsy.” Sastry and Cook handled production on what turned out to be a chart-topping crossover success. It climbed to number-one on the Hot 100 and multiple other charts. It made history as the first song to reach the top 10 on Billboard’s Country Airplay, Pop Airplay, Adult Pop Airplay, and Rhythmic Airplay charts simultaneously.
The song’s widespread appeal stems from the talent of its writers and producers, who skillfully blend original content with the catchiest elements from J-Kwon’s”Tipsy.” It features a mix of country, hip hop, and pop influences, all of which are in tune with key trends of 2024’s biggest hits. However, it also possesses a folk influence that helps it stand out from the pack and is the only Hot 100 top 10 hit in the past decade to blend all four influences under one roof. The song’s organic production elements combine with pop polish for a crowd-pleasing sound that rocketed the song to the top of the charts.
The real magic, however, lies in how all these elements come together to create a cohesive vibe and a strong emotional bond with the listener. This prosody – the harmony between the song’s elements – is the secret sauce that deepens the listener’s connection and keeps them coming back for more.