Released April 13, 2016 Recorded 2015 Length 2:53 | Format Digital download Genre Trap Label A1FreebandzEpic | |
"Wicked" is a song by American rapper Future. It was released on April 13, 2016, as the first single from his thirteenth mixtape Purple Reign (2016). The song was also included on the streaming version of EVOL.
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Release
On January 17, 2016, Future premiered his thirteenth mixtape Purple Reign, which also included "Wicked" as the third track. On April 13, 2016, "Wicked" was released for digital download as a single on the iTunes Store, becoming the mixtape's first single. The song was included on the streaming version of Future's fourth studio album, EVOL, which was released on in February 2016.
Music video
The music video for "Wicked", directed by Grant Singer, premiered via Apple Music on June 3, 2016. It was uploaded to Future's Vevo channel on September 1, 2016.
Live performances
Future appeared on the Late Night with Jimmy Fallon on April 14, 2016, performing "Wicked". On June 26, 2016, he performed the song at the BET Awards. The song was also included on the set list for Future and Drake's 2016 Summer Sixteen Tour.
Remixes and usage in the media
In April 2016, rappers Fabolous and Jadakiss released their collaborative remix of "Wicked". On June 12, 2016, the song was playing during the Orlando shooting at Pulse nightclub.
Commercial performance
"Wicked" debuted at number 73 on the Billboard Hot 100, and later reached at number 41 on the chart.