Rover (BlocBoy JB song)


"Rover" is a song by American rapper BlocBoy JB. It was released on January 13, 2018, as a standalone single. It was produced by Tay Keith.
A remix titled "Rover 2.0" featuring rapper 21 Savage was released on March 23, 2018. The remix peaked at number two on the US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart.

Music video

A music video for the track was released on January 4, 2018, nine days before the track was released on streaming services. The video premiered on the WorldStarHipHop channel on YouTube.

Critical reception

The song received generally positive reviews. Michelle Kim of Pitchfork called the track a "banger" and a "bop", and said that the beat was "danceable".

Remix

The remix of the track was released on March 23, 2018, with a feature from 21 Savage. The remix also included a brand new first verse by BlocBoy JB. The remix later appeared on BlocBoy JB's mixtape Simi.

Music video

The music video was released on March 23, 2018, the same day as the single.

Critical reception

The remix received generally mixed-to-positive reviews. Michelle Kim of Pitchfork said the remix "wasn't exactly an upgrade", and called BlocBoy's new verse "somewhat stilted". On a more positive note, QD of RatingsGameMusic called the track "sort of like 'Look Alive'", and gave the track a 4.5/5 rating.

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