Teethsucker (Yea3x)

"Teethsucker (Yea3x)"
Single by Rico Nasty
from the album Lethal
ReleasedFebruary 20, 2025
Recorded2024
GenreRap rock[1]
Length2:12
LabelFueled by Ramen
Songwriters
Producers
  • Royal
  • Rayman

"Teethsucker (Yea3x)" is a song by American rapper and singer Rico Nasty, released on February 20, 2025, as the lead single from her third studio album, Lethal. It was co-produced by Imad Royal and Rayman, with Royal also serving as the album's executive producer. The track was the first song written for Lethal and the first that Nasty co-wrote with Royal.[2]

Composition and style

"Teethsucker (Yea3x)" has been described as a heavy, riff-driven rap rock track.[1] Beats Per Minute called it a "distorted electro-punk banger."[3] HotNewHipHop noted the track's "rocking, guitar-heavy instrumental over some loud 808s."[4]

Critical reception

Pitchfork described the song as a forceful introduction to Lethal, noting it frames the album's rock-leaning direction.[2] HotNewHipHop described the single as a "banger" that uses loud guitars and heavy percussion.[4] Stereogum covered the announcement and single release in its news post.[5] Stereoboard reported that the single "strikes a balance between rap and electro-rock."[6] Billboard featured the track in its "R&B/Hip-Hop Fresh Picks" roundup, writing that it is "more of the rambunctious rock-rap we've come to love from the DMV MC" and highlighting Rico's performance over production by Imad Royal and Rayman.[7]

Music video

The music video for "Teethsucker (Yea3x)" premiered alongside the single on February 20, 2025.[2]

Personnel

  • Rico Nasty – vocals, songwriting
  • Imad Royal – co-production, songwriting, executive production
  • Rayman – co-production, songwriting

Release history

Region Date Format Label
Worldwide February 20, 2025 Digital download, streaming Fueled by Ramen

References

  1. ^ a b "Rico Nasty shares new rap-rock rager, announces new album 'Lethal' for Fueled by Ramen". BrooklynVegan. February 20, 2025. Retrieved August 25, 2025.
  2. ^ a b c "Rico Nasty Announces New Album Lethal, Shares Video for New Song 'Teethsucker (Yea3x)'". Pitchfork. February 20, 2025. Retrieved August 25, 2025.
  3. ^ "Rico Nasty returns with new album, shares lead single "TEETHSUCKER (YEA3x)"". Beats Per Minute. February 20, 2025. Retrieved August 25, 2025.
  4. ^ a b "Rico Nasty Drops Banger Lead Single "TEETHSUCKER (Yea3x)"". HotNewHipHop. February 21, 2025. Retrieved August 25, 2025.
  5. ^ "Rico Nasty Announces New Album 'LETHAL' With First Single Teethsucker (Yea3x)". Stereogum. February 20, 2025. Retrieved August 25, 2025.
  6. ^ "Rico Nasty Announces Third Album 'Lethal' With First Single Teethsucker (Yea3x)". Stereoboard. February 24, 2025. Retrieved August 25, 2025.
  7. ^ "R&B/Hip-Hop Fresh Picks of the Week: J. Cole, Rico Nasty, AzChike & More". Billboard. February 24, 2025. Retrieved August 26, 2025.