: Directed by Metro Blu, the video features a heavy use of neon-saturated filters, "glitch" editing, and fisheye lenses.
"Witchblades" is often cited as the track that bridged the gap between 2000s emo-rock and modern trap. It helped solidify the sound of "SoundCloud Rap"—characterized by lo-fi production, emotional transparency, and a rejection of traditional industry standards.
"" is a defining anthem of the "emo-rap" subgenre, representing the peak of the creative partnership between Lil Peep and Lil Tracy . Released in 2017 as part of their collaborative EP Castles II , the track and its music video became a cultural touchstone for the GothBoiClique collective. The Music Video Aesthetic lil_peep_x_lil_tracy_witchblades_official_video
: It portrays Peep and Tracy hanging out in a parking lot and in a room, capturing a candid, "lifestyle" feel rather than a high-budget cinematic production.
The official video, which premiered on the Lil Peep YouTube channel in February 2017, captures the raw, DIY energy that defined the SoundCloud rap era: : Directed by Metro Blu, the video features
: The video is famous for showcasing Peep's distinctive look—pink hair, face tattoos, and a mixture of punk and luxury fashion—which became a blueprint for an entire generation of underground artists. Musical and Lyrical Themes
: Like much of Peep’s work, the lyrics oscillate between boasting about fame and drugs and expressing deep emotional pain. Lil Tracy’s verse complements this with a more rhythmic, trap-influenced flow. "" is a defining anthem of the "emo-rap"
The song is built on a melancholic, guitar-driven beat produced by Bighead and Yung Cortex, which samples "The Real You" by Three Days Grace.