Overview
#PsychoPostMalone celebrated the Ty Dolla $ign collaboration that became Post Malone’s second consecutive #1 hit, spending 3 weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100 in 2018.
Commercial Success
“Psycho” demonstrated Post Malone’s staying power, following “Rockstar” with another multi-week chart-topper from the Beerbongs & Bentleys album.
Musical Style
The track’s atmospheric production and melodic flow showcased Post’s signature blend of hip-hop and pop, with Ty Dolla $ign’s smooth vocals complementing the vibe.
Chart Performance
- Peak: #1 Billboard Hot 100 (3 weeks)
- Weeks on Chart: 50+
- Streams: 2+ billion on Spotify
Beerbongs & Bentleys Era
“Psycho” was part of Post’s commercial juggernaut album that debuted with 461,000 units and dominated summer 2018 streaming.
Cultural Impact
The song’s title became slang for luxury lifestyle flexing, while its mellow sound contrasted with the aggressive “rockstar” energy of his previous hit.
Music Video
The video featured Post and Ty Dolla $ign in a surreal mansion setting with luxury cars, continuing Post’s visual aesthetic of aspirational wealth.
Sources:
- Billboard: https://www.billboard.com/
- Album sales data