: Dizzee Rascal reportedly wrote the lyrics in just one hour .
: Beyond the charts, the song gained a second life in popular culture as a featured track in the Just Dance series . Hype - Dizzee Rascal & Calvin Harris - Just Dance Unlimited Dizzee Rascal & Calvin Harris - Hype
Despite their successful history, "Hype" was remarkably the the duo actually recorded together in person. Their earlier collaborations had been managed remotely, with the artists emailing track components back and forth. The chemistry of being in the same studio led to a rapid creative process: : Dizzee Rascal reportedly wrote the lyrics in just one hour
The story behind is a tale of long-time collaborators finally getting into the same room to create a summer anthem. Released on June 24, 2016, the track marked a significant milestone for Dizzee Rascal and Calvin Harris , who had previously worked together on hits like "Dance Wiv Me" (2008) and "Holiday" (2009). The Studio Connection Their earlier collaborations had been managed remotely, with
Dizzee Rascal gave fans an unexpected first listen when he made a surprise appearance at Capital FM's Summertime Ball at Wembley Stadium. He was not originally on the lineup, but popped up to perform the "arena-pleasing" beat produced by Harris, which quickly became a staple for the summer club scene. Song Profile : A high-energy blend of EDM , big beat, and hip hop.
: The vocals were completed in a mere 30 minutes immediately after. Premiere and Surprise
: The song features confident, "infectious" lyrics, including a popular reference to Leonardo DiCaprio finally winning his Oscar.