: The production is heavily influenced by the late Sophie and PC Music, using metallic synths and sharp percussion that contrast with Smith's typically soulful ballads.
The track is built on a "grinding" bassline and features a Middle Eastern-inspired chord progression in . Sam Smith - Unholy Sped Up (Lyrics) ft. Kim Petras
Watch these reviews and musical breakdowns to see how the song's dark production and viral success were analyzed: : The production is heavily influenced by the
“it just feels like it's had the legs cut out of it by Sam's eternally unerotic voice... and of course by the constraints of Tik Tok pop.” YouTube · Todd in the Shadows · 3 years ago and of course by the constraints of Tik Tok pop
: By increasing the BPM, the track transforms from a sultry cabaret-style stomp into a chaotic, club-ready anthem that became a viral sensation before its official release. Lyrical Analysis The lyrics tell a literal story of infidelity and adultery.
“His new single, “unholy” is a radical departure... featuring a track with Arabic undertones that focuses on a husband and his unrepentant promiscuity against his wife.” Plugged In · 3 years ago