On the Rvn
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| Released | September 24, 2018 | |||
| Recorded | 2016–2018 | |||
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| Length | 20:58 | |||
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On the Run (also stylized as On the Rvn depending on the platform)[1][2] is the second extended play by American rapper Young Thug. It was released on September 24, 2018, by 300 Entertainment and Atlantic Records to streaming platforms.[3] It features collaborations with 6lack, Jaden Smith, Elton John, T-Shyne, and Offset and follows a month after Thug's compilation album Slime Language.[3]
Background
On the Rvn was originally expected to be released on September 11, the same day that Young Thug turned himself into authorities for DeKalb County police in Georgia after a warrant was put out for his arrest for possession of and intent to distribute various drugs, as well as possession of a firearm. It was also originally supposed to be his debut studio album.[4] Although he had submitted the mixes before turning himself in, audio engineer and Thug's associate Alex Tumay stated that the clearance for the tracks would take time.[4] Thug was later released on bond.[4]
After his release, Thug teased the project on Instagram, releasing a video teaser featuring footage of news reports referencing the warrant.[5] Thug then announced On the Rvn would be released at midnight on September 24.[5]
On August 21, 2018, a song by Young Thug remixing Elton John's "Rocket Man" was leaked online.[6] Upon receiving warm reception, the song was released as the final song on the EP as "High" featuring Elton John.[7]
When the EP was released, guest features from Offset and T-Shyne were accidentally left off. T-Shyne's verse on "Real in My Veins" was added on 26 September.[8]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Producer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "On the Run" (featuring Offset) | 4:23 | |
| 2. | "Icey" |
| 3:52 |
| 3. | "Climax" (featuring 6lack) | London on da Track | 3:09 |
| 4. | "Sin" (featuring Jaden Smith) | London on da Track | 3:22 |
| 5. | "Real in My Veins" (featuring T-Shyne) | Supah Mario | 4:10 |
| 6. | "High" (featuring Elton John) | Stelios | 3:15 |
| Total length: | 22:11 | ||
Sample credits
- "High" contains a sample of "Rocket Man (I Think It's Going to Be a Long, Long Time)" as performed by Elton John, written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin.
Personnel
- Alex Tumay – mixing
- London on da Track – additional mixing
- Joe LaPorta – mastering
- Bainz – recording ("On the Run", "Icey" and "Climax")
- Shaan Singh – recording ("Sin")
- Stafa – recording ("High")
Charts
| Chart (2018) | Peak position |
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| Canadian Albums (Billboard)[10] | 27 |
| Norwegian Albums (VG-lista)[11] | 24 |
| Swedish Albums (Sverigetopplistan)[12] | 56 |
| US Billboard 200[13] | 17 |
| US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums (Billboard)[14] | 13 |
References
- ↑ "Spotify – Web Player". Spotify. Retrieved August 2, 2026.
- ↑ On the Rvn - EP by Young Thug on Apple Music, September 24, 2018, retrieved August 2, 2026
- 1 2 Bloom, Madison (September 24, 2018). "Young Thug Drops New EP On the Rvn: Listen". Pitchfork. Archived from the original on September 24, 2018. Retrieved September 24, 2018.
- 1 2 3 Martinez, Jose (September 24, 2018). "Young Thug's New EP 'On the Rvn' Is Finally Here". Complex. Archived from the original on September 24, 2018. Retrieved September 24, 2018.
- 1 2 Jahmal, Karlton (September 23, 2018). "Young Thug Teases Music From "On The Rvn" With Introspective New Trailer". HotNewHipHop. Archived from the original on September 24, 2018. Retrieved September 24, 2018.
- ↑ "Young Thug's Elton John Collaboration "Rocket Man (Remix)" Leaks". XXL. August 21, 2018. Archived from the original on September 27, 2018. Retrieved September 26, 2018.
- ↑ "How the Young Thug and Elton John song "High" actually happened". The Fader. September 24, 2018. Archived from the original on September 25, 2018. Retrieved September 26, 2018.
- ↑ Ivey, Justin (September 24, 2018). "Young Thug Is Adding Offset & T-Shyne To "On The Rvn" EP". HipHopDX. Archived from the original on September 26, 2018. Retrieved October 2, 2018.
- ↑ "On the Rvn – EP by Young Thug on iTunes". iTunes Store. September 24, 2018. Archived from the original on September 24, 2018. Retrieved September 24, 2018.
- ↑ "Young Thug Chart History (Canadian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved October 9, 2018.
- ↑ "Norwegiancharts.com – Young Thug – On the Rvn!! %5BEP%5D". Hung Medien. Retrieved October 6, 2018.
- ↑ "Swedishcharts.com – Young Thug – On the Rvn!! %5BEP%5D". Hung Medien. Retrieved October 6, 2018.
- ↑ "Young Thug Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved October 2, 2018.
- ↑ "Young Thug Chart History (Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved October 2, 2018.