Breaking News: $uicideboy$ Makes Hot 100 Debut with Powerful New Single ‘Us Vs. Them’ – Listen Now!
$uicideboy$, the New Orleans punk-rap duo, has made a groundbreaking entry onto the Billboard Hot 100 chart for the first time with their latest single, “Us Vs. Them.” This achievement comes as a result of the track’s exceptional performance on streaming platforms, accumulating 6.4 million official U.S. clicks in the tracking week of April 19-25, reflecting a remarkable 32% increase. The song not only debuts at No. 96 on the Hot 100 but also secures positions on the Hot Rap Songs and Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts, marking a significant milestone for the duo. It now stands as their highest-ranking entry among eight appearances on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
$uicideboy$, consisting of cousins $crim (Scott Arceneaux Jr.) and Ruby da Cherry (Aristos Petrou) from Marrero and Metairie, respectively, have garnered a loyal fan base since initially sharing their music on SoundCloud in 2014. The duo’s name, $uicideboy$, is said to originate from a symbolic suicide pact representing their unwavering commitment to their musical endeavor.
The duo’s journey to success has seen them secure multiple entries on various Billboard charts over almost a decade, with six albums charting on the prestigious Billboard 200 list. Noteworthy entries include “I Want to Die in New Orleans,” which peaked at No. 9 in 2018, “Stop Staring at the Shadows,” reaching No. 30 in 2020, and “Long Term Effects of Suffering,” climbing to No. 7 in 2021. Their recent works, such as 2022’s “Sing Me a Lullaby, My Sweet Temptation,” and collaborative projects like “DirtiestNastiest$uicide” with Germ and “Shameless $uicide” with Shakewell, have further solidified their position in the rap scene.
Their album “Sing Me a Lullaby, My Sweet Temptation” achieved a remarkable feat by hitting No. 1 on the Top Rap Albums chart in 2022, marking a significant milestone in their career. In addition to albums, $uicideboy$ have released numerous EPs and mixtapes since their inception, showcasing their versatility and creativity in the music industry.
In 2017, the duo took a momentous step by launching their independent label collective, G*59 Records, in collaboration with Virgin as the distributor. The roster of G*59 Records features talents like Chetta, Germ, Nightlovell, Rvimrxz, and Shakewell, reflecting the group’s commitment to supporting emerging artists and fostering creativity within the industry.
Reflecting on their unique approach to music, Ruby da Cherry shared, “When we first started, we wanted to do the exact opposite of what everybody in rap was doing. We didn’t have nice cars or gold chains, so we just flexed that we were losers, and mixed in some shock-rap and stuff about our mental health issues. We’re just trying to catch people’s attention.” This authenticity and rawness have resonated with fans worldwide, propelling $uicideboy$ to new heights of success and recognition in the rap scene.
Aside from their studio works, $uicideboy$ have established themselves as a formidable force on the touring circuit. In 2023, they ranked No. 4 on Billboard’s Highest Grossing Rap Tours list, having earned $20.2 million and sold 214,000 tickets across 23 shows, according to Billboard Boxscore. Their upcoming North American Greyday Tour, commencing in August with Denzel Curry as support, promises to captivate audiences and solidify their reputation as a must-see act in the music industry.
