Sacrifice (Mariah the Scientist song)
| "Sacrifice" | |
|---|---|
| Song by Mariah the Scientist | |
| from the album Hearts Sold Separately | |
| Released | August 22, 2025 |
| Genre | R&B |
| Length | 3:18 |
| Label |
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| Songwriters | |
| Producer | Nineteen85 |
"Sacrifice" is a song by American singer-songwriter Mariah the Scientist from her fourth studio album Hearts Sold Separately (2025). It was produced by Nineteen85.
Background
Mariah the Scientist wrote the song a year after her boyfriend, rapper Young Thug, was incarcerated on RICO charges.[1]
Composition
"Sacrifice" is an R&B song that incorporates elements of 1980s synth-pop with a "sultry edge".[1] Mariah the Scientist sings about handling the stress of being separated from her lover, feeling somewhat hopeless but remaining patient.[2]
Critical reception
In her review of Hearts Sold Separately, Elaina Bernstein of Hypebeast wrote "'Sacrifice' starts it off strong, a more confident Mariah ushering in her confident new era. Her strength bleeds through the entire album. She knows what she wants to say, and she's saying it."[3]
Charts
| Chart (2025) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[4] | 40 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[5] | 88 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[6] | 20 |
References
- ^ a b Conteh, Mankaprr (August 21, 2025). "Mariah the Scientist's Real Love Life". Rolling Stone. Retrieved September 4, 2025.
- ^ Samuels, Keithan (August 22, 2025). "Mariah the Scientist Shares New Album 'Hearts Sold Separately'". Rated R&B. Retrieved September 4, 2025.
- ^ Bernstein, Elaina (August 22, 2025). "Mariah The Scientist Stands Strong on 'HEARTS SOLD SEPARATELY'". Hypebeast. Retrieved September 4, 2025.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. August 29, 2025. Retrieved September 4, 2025.
- ^ "Mariah the Scientist Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved September 4, 2025.
- ^ "Mariah the Scientist Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved September 4, 2025.