Sofi Tukker - Swing Site

The lyrics compare words to tasty fruits like guava ( goiaba ) and physical objects like ties ( gravata ), treating language as something to be "tasted" rather than just understood. 2. The Sound of an "Epic Battle"

If you’ve ever found yourself chanting along to a song in a language you don’t speak, you’ve experienced the specific magic of . Their 2019 single “Swing” is the ultimate example of this—a high-octane, "epic battle" anthem that prioritizes the feeling of words over their literal definitions. SOFI TUKKER - Swing

Musically, "Swing" is a masterclass in genre-bending. It opens with dramatic, rising strings that many critics noted feel like they belong in a Game of Thrones battle scene. The lyrics compare words to tasty fruits like

Like their breakout hit "Drinkee," "Swing" features lyrics by the Brazilian poet . Sung entirely in Brazilian Portuguese, the lyrics are intentionally nonsensical, focusing on the rhythmic and sonic quality of the language. Their 2019 single “Swing” is the ultimate example

The duo describes the song as a "chant" about the "delicious and delightful" nature of words themselves—even when they are meaningless.

INTERVIEW: Sofi Tukker discuss their new 'Swing' music video

Released on July 12, 2019, as the lead single for their EP R.I.P. Shame, Pt. 1 , "Swing" has become a staple of their high-energy live shows. Here is why this track continues to resonate long after its release. 1. A Collaboration with Poetry