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Angel Pt. 1

"Angel Pt. 1" is a song by American rappers Kodak Black and NLE Choppa featuring South Korean singer Jimin and American singers Jvke and Muni Long. It was released on May 18, 2023, as the fourth single from the soundtrack to the American action film Fast X (2023).

"Angel Pt. 1"
Single by Kodak Black and NLE Choppa featuring Jimin, Jvke and Muni Long
from the album Fast X (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
ReleasedMay 18, 2023
Length2:55
Label
Songwriter(s)
  • Bill Kapri
  • Bryson Potts
  • Daniel Majic
  • Jackson Foote
  • James Abrahart
  • Jaucquez Lowe
  • Jeremy Dussolliet
  • Johnny Simpson
  • Mark Nilan Jr.
  • Tylon Freeman
Producer(s)
  • Nilan Jr.
  • Majic
Kodak Black singles chronology
"Rocketman (Remix)"
(2023) 		"Angel Pt. 1"
(2023) 		"Gunsmoke Town"
(2023)
NLE Choppa singles chronology
"We On Em"
(2023) 		"Angel Pt. 1"
(2023) 		"Triple A"
(2023)
Jimin singles chronology
"Like Crazy"
(2023) 		"Angel Pt. 1"
(2023) 		"Angel Pt. 2"
(2023)
Jvke singles chronology
"Fool 4 U"
(2023) 		"Angel Pt. 1"
(2023) 		"Angel Pt. 2"
(2023)
Muni Long singles chronology
"IYKYK"
(2023) 		"Angel Pt. 1"
(2023) 		"Angel Pt. 2"
(2023)
Music video
"Angel Pt. 1" on YouTube

Background

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On May 9, 2023, the song was previewed on Twitter and announced as a single from the soundtrack of Fast X.[1] The single was released on May 18, 2023, a day before the film and its soundtrack were released.

In an interview with PopSugar, NLE Choppa stated:

I've actually been for a while manifesting wanting to work with BTS and to be able to work with just one of the guys from BTS — on the Fast & Furious soundtrack, something so big — I feel like it's a beautiful thing, and it's one of those things I prayed for. So, every time you hear BTS in my mouth or Jimin in my mouth, there's gonna be a thank you behind it, because I'm just grateful knowing how big that scene is and grateful to know how big the impact they have on K-pop is in general.[2]

Composition and lyrics

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The song starts with piano melodies[3] as Jvke and Jimin sing the chorus,[3][4] followed by a verse from Kodak Black about persisting through hard times[5] and the importance of family ties. In the second chorus, Muni Long sings the first half and duets with Jimin in the second. NLE Choppa's verse details escaping adversity.[4] Lyrically, the song centers on the theme of keeping loved ones close.[6] "Angel Pt. 1" is written in a key of B-flat minor with a tempo of 85 beats per minute.

Critical reception

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Alexander Cole of HotNewHipHop wrote, "Overall, it makes for a solid collaboration that also comes with great vocal performances from Muni Long."[3] Marv Calderon of XMPL Magazine dubbed the song "collaboration of the year."[7]

Music video

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An official music video was directed by Stripmall[5][6] and released alongside the single. It begins with Jvke playing piano, after which Jimin appears singing from a rooftop in New York City during sunset.[4] The video features shots of fast and high-end cars, lights, city skylines,[5][6][8] in addition to psychedelic visuals,[8] interspersed with clips from Fast X.[6]

"Angel Pt. 2"

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A second version of the song, featuring American singer Charlie Puth instead of NLE Choppa and Kodak Black, was released on June 15, 2023.[9]

Charts

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Weekly charts

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"Angel Pt. 1"

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Weekly chart performance for "Angel Pt. 1"
Chart (2023) Peak
position
Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[10] 63
Global 200 (Billboard)[11] 16
Hungary (Single Top 40)[12] 11
India International Singles (IMI)[13] 7
Ireland (IRMA)[14] 99
Japan (Japan Hot 100)[15] 80
Japan Digital Singles (Oricon)[16] 6
Malaysia (Billboard)[17] 14
Malaysia International (RIM)[18] 13
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[19] 6
Peru (Billboard)[20] 17
Philippines (Billboard)[21] 18
Singapore (RIAS)[22] 13
South Korea (Circle)[23] 72
UK Singles (OCC)[24] 82
US Billboard Hot 100[25] 65
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[26] 18
US Pop Airplay (Billboard)[27] 35
Vietnam (Vietnam Hot 100)[28] 2

"Angel Pt. 2"

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Weekly chart performance for "Angel Pt. 2"
Chart (2023) Peak
position
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[29] 23
South Korea (Circle)[23] 128

Monthly charts

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Monthly chart performance for "Angel Pt. 1"
Chart (2023) Position
South Korea (Circle)[30] 80

Certifications

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Certifications for "Angel Pt. 1"
Region Certification Certified units/sales
Brazil (Pro-Música Brasil)[31] Platinum 40,000‡

‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

Certifications for "Angel Pt. 2"
Region Certification Certified units/sales
Brazil (Pro-Música Brasil)[32] Gold 20,000‡

‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

Release history

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Release dates and formats for "Angel Pt. 1"
Region Date Format Version Label Ref.
Various May 18, 2023
Original
[2]
United States June 6, 2023 Contemporary hit radio Original Artist Partner [33]
Various June 15, 2023
  • Digital download
  • streaming
 Pt. 2
  • Artist Partner
  • Atlantic
 [9]
Italy June 23, 2023 Radio airplay Pt. 2 Universal [34]
Various May 13, 2024
  • Digital download
  • streaming
 Anniversary
  • Artist Partner
  • Universal
 [35]

References

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  1. ^ The Fast Saga [@TheFastSaga] (May 9, 2023). "Angel Pt. 1 by Kodak Black, @Nlechoppa1, Jimin of @BTS_twt, @jvkesongs, & @munilong dropping May 18. Stream the track preview on all platforms in 2 hours. #Angel_Pt1 #FastX #Jimin #지민" (Tweet). Retrieved June 1, 2023 – via Twitter.
  2. ^ a b Devoe, Noelle (May 18, 2023). "NLE Choppa Manifested His New "Fast X" Collab With Jimin: "It's One of Those Things I Prayed For"". PopSugar. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  3. ^ a b c Cole, Alexander (May 18, 2023). "Kodak Black & NLE Choppa Recruit Jimin, JVKE, & Muni Long For "Angel Pt. 1"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  4. ^ a b c Bowenbank, Starr (May 19, 2023). "BTS' Jimin Duets With Muni Long in Kodak Black & NLE Choppa's 'Angel Pt. 1' Video: Watch". Billboard. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  5. ^ a b c Cho, Regina (May 18, 2023). "NLE Choppa, Kodak Black, BTS' Jimin, JVKE, And Muni Long Join Forces For New "Angel Pt. 1" Video". Rap-Up. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  6. ^ a b c d Powell, Jon (May 18, 2023). "NLE Choppa, Kodak Black, Jimin, JVKE, and Muni Long celebrate 'Fast X' with "Angel Pt. 1"". Revolt. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  7. ^ Calderon, Marv (May 18, 2023). "Watch Now: 'Angel Pt. 1' with Kodak Black, NLE Choppa, Jimin of BTS, JVKE and Muni Long". XMPL Magazine. Retrieved November 5, 2023.
  8. ^ a b Ziwei, Puah (May 19, 2023). "Watch the 'Angel Pt.1′ MV with BTS' Jimin, Muni Long and more". NME. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  9. ^ a b Bowenbank, Starr (June 15, 2023). "Charlie Puth Makes 'Fast & Furious' Return on 'Angel Pt. 2' With Jimin, Jvke & Muni Long: Listen". Billboard. Retrieved June 16, 2023.
  10. ^ "Kodak Black Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  11. ^ "Kodak Black Chart History (Global 200)". Billboard. Retrieved April 8, 2023.
  12. ^ "Archívum – Slágerlisták – MAHASZ" (in Hungarian). Single (track) Top 40 lista. Magyar Hanglemezkiadók Szövetsége. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  13. ^ "IMI International Top 20 Singles for week ending 29th May 2023 | Week 21 of 52". IMIcharts.com. Archived from the original on May 29, 2023. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  14. ^ "Irish-charts.com – Discography Kodak Black". Irish Singles Chart. Retrieved June 2, 2023.
  15. ^ "Kodak Black Chart History (Japan Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved July 11, 2023.
  16. ^ 週間 デジタルシングル (単曲) ランキング 2023年05月29日付 (2023年05月15日～2023年05月21日) [Weekly Digital Single ranking May 29, 2023 (From May 15, 2023 to May 21, 2023)] (in Japanese). Oricon. Archived from the original on May 24, 2023. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  17. ^ "Malaysia Songs (Week of June 3 2023)". Billboard. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  18. ^ "TOP 20 Most Streamed International Singles In Malaysia Week 25 (16/06/2023-22/06/2023)". RIM. July 1, 2023. Retrieved July 4, 2023 – via Facebook.
  19. ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. May 29, 2023. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  20. ^ "Kodak Black Chart History (Peru Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved June 5, 2023.
  21. ^ "Kodak Black Chart History (Philippines Songs)". Billboard. Archived from the original on January 4, 2024. Retrieved June 5, 2023.
  22. ^ "RIAS Top Charts Week 21 (19 - 25 May 2023)". RIAS. Archived from the original on May 30, 2023. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  23. ^ a b "Digital Chart – Week 24 of 2023". Circle Chart (in Korean). Retrieved June 22, 2023.
  24. ^ "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  25. ^ "Kodak Black Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  26. ^ "Kodak Black Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved June 1, 2023.
  27. ^ "Kodak Black Chart History (Pop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved July 2, 2023.
  28. ^ "Kodak Black Chart History (Billboard Vietnam Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved July 3, 2023.
  29. ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. June 26, 2023. Retrieved June 24, 2023.
  30. ^ "Digital Chart – June 2023". Circle Chart (in Korean). Retrieved July 6, 2023.
  31. ^ "Brazilian single certifications – Kodak Black – Angel Pt. 1" (in Portuguese). Pro-Música Brasil. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  32. ^ "Brazilian single certifications – Jvke – Angel Pt. 2" (in Portuguese). Pro-Música Brasil. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  33. ^ "Top 40/Mainstream Future Releases". All Access. Archived from the original on June 5, 2023. Retrieved June 6, 2023.
  34. ^ Ranellucci, Martina. "Jimin, Fast & Furious: The Fast Saga - Angel, Pt. 2 (feat. JVKE, Charlie Puth & Muni Long) (Radio Date: 23-06-2023)". EarOne (in Italian). Retrieved July 9, 2023.
  35. ^ Banerjee, Moupriya (May 13, 2024). "BTS' Jimin drops FAST X soundtrack Angel Anniversary Edition featuring JVKE, NLE Choppa, and Muni Long; Listen here". Pinkvilla. Retrieved May 24, 2024.
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