: It peaked at number 73 on the UK Singles Chart in early 2018 and was later certified Platinum by the BPI in 2022.

: Reviewers at Pitchfork noted that the song's "combination of grace and grit" represented a significant step forward for the genre.

: Released when SL was just 16 years old, "Tropical" solidified his reputation for having a distinctively laid-back, "wavey" flow that differed from his peers. Key Details Artist : SL Released : December 25, 2017 Platform : Mixtape Madness Director : Kaylum Dennis Certification : Platinum (BPI) SL – Tropical Lyrics - Genius

Released on December 25, 2017, via the Mixtape Madness YouTube channel, by South London rapper SL (formerly Slimz) is widely regarded as a pivotal moment for the UK drill scene. The track marked SL’s transition from a rising teenage talent to a certified star, following his breakthrough hit "Gentleman". Sonic Innovation & Aesthetic