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How Will I Rest in Peace if I'm Buried by a Highway?
"How Will I Rest in Peace if I'm Buried by a Highway?" (stylized in all lowercase) is a song by American musician Kenneth La'ron, under the name KennyHoopla. It was released as the self-titled single from the EP of the same name on February 4, 2020 through Arista Records. It was KennyHoopla's first single to chart, reaching number 8 in the Billboard Alternative Airplay chart. Background and releaseThe track was written and recorded in mid-to-late 2019 and written by La'ron. When describing the song and the songwriting process, La'ron said "There's an aura about indie rock music, and a sound and energy that I can't explain, but I feel like I have it in me. It was cool that it came out and other people are feeling it. It was written in a place in which I felt super doubtful".[1] The song and the corresponding was released on February 4, 2020, for streaming and radio platforms. Music and lyricsThe song is performed in a E major key.[2] It is performed in a 4/4 time signature at a tempo of 160 beats per minute, although it can be altered to a half-time of 80 beats per minute.[2] Commercial performance"How Will I Rest in Peace if I'm Buried by a Highway?" became La'ron's first single to chart, ultimately reaching the number eight spot in the Billboard magazine's Alternative Airplay chart in July 2020.[3][4] Music videoThe music video for the single was also released on February 4, 2020. The video transitions between scenes of La'ron signing along on a checkboard dance floor, a crowded house party, and by a vehicle that has crashed alongside a rural road.[5] The music video was directed by Cody LaPlant[6] and Damien Blue.[5] Track listingAll tracks are written by Kenneth La'ron
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The following individuals were credited with editing, director, and filming the music video:[10]
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