Syphilis is a track by the late rapper Juice WRLD, featured on his second studio album, Death Race for Love, released on March 8, 2019.
The song stands out for its aggressive tone and raw energy, diverging from Juice WRLD’s more melodic and introspective tracks.MyStreamCount+5Wikipedia+5SonicHits+5
Clocking in at 2 minutes and 12 seconds, “Syphilis” is set at a tempo of 148 beats per minute in the key of C♯/D♭ major.
The high-energy delivery and intense lyrics reflect themes of violence, substance use, and a rebellious lifestyle. Juice WRLD’s rapid-fire flow and confrontational lyrics convey a sense of defiance and bravado.SongBPMSong MeaningBeatCrave
Juice WRLD – Syphilis Song Lyrics
Critics have noted the song’s dark undertones. For instance, The Guardian highlighted the “casual misogyny” and “tauntingly violent” nature of “Syphilis,” indicating a discomfort with its lyrical content. BeatCraveWikipedia
Commercially, “Syphilis” achieved moderate success. It peaked at number 96 on the U.S. Spotify chart, amassing over 2.5 million streams in its debut week. As of recent counts, the song has garnered over 96 million streams on Spotify. Kworb+1MyStreamCount+1MyStreamCount
In the context of Death Race for Love, “Syphilis” showcases Juice WRLD’s versatility as an artist, embracing a more abrasive style compared to his signature emo-rap sound.
The track provides insight into the rapper’s exploration of different musical expressions and themes, contributing to the album’s diverse sonic landscape.