Calvin Harris – Slide
Released on February 24, 2017, “Slide” is a genre-blending collaboration by Scottish producer Calvin Harris featuring vocals from Frank Ocean and rap verses from Migos’ Quavo and Offset. The track offers a laid-back yet luxurious soundscape that fuses summer warmth with poetic introspection and smooth hip-hop flair.
Song Overview
“Slide” blends disco-funk, R&B, and dream-pop into a mellow, sun-soaked track. Frank Ocean opens the song with a contemplative verse reflecting on fleeting love, beauty, and material desire—posing questions like “Do you slide on all your nights like this?” His signature vocals bring a gentle elegance to the track. As the song unfolds, Quavo and Offset deliver relaxed, rhythmic verses that add a modern hip-hop texture, creating a balance between emotional depth and casual opulence.
Songwriting and Production
The song was written by Calvin Harris, Frank Ocean, Quavo, Offset, and several other contributors. Calvin Harris also produced the track, crafting it with vintage analog synths, funky guitar riffs, and minimal digital processing. “Slide” reflects the sonic vision of his album Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 1, where retro warmth meets modern production polish.
Charts
“Slide” peaked at No. 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 and entered the Top 10 in the UK Singles Chart. It also performed exceptionally well on streaming platforms, amassing over 100 million plays on Spotify alone. The song became a summer anthem of 2017 and remains a fan favorite for its chill, genre-crossing vibe.
Music Video
There is no official music video for “Slide,” but Calvin Harris released a vibrant visualizer and lyric video on his YouTube channel. Featuring abstract animations and neon-toned graphics, the visuals reflect the track’s breezy mood and psychedelic tone, complementing the sound with colorful motion.
“Slide” showcases Calvin Harris’s ability to bring together diverse talents and genres into one smooth, cohesive production. With its artful melodies, relaxed tempo, and high-profile collaborators, the track continues to stand as a modern classic in the realm of summer-ready pop.
Calvin Harris - Slide (Instrumental)
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