Highest in the Room

Travis Scott released Highest in the Room on October 4, 2019, as a standalone single that eventually became the lead track for his third studio album Utopia. The song debuted at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart dated October 19, marking Scott's second career topping of the list after "Sicko Mode." Its arrival coincided with a period where the rapper had been largely absent from the charts following his 2018 album Astroworld.

The track features a minimalist production style built around a heavy bass line and atmospheric synths. It was crafted by a team including OZ, Tay Keith, DJ Dahi, and others who helped shape its signature sound. Lyrically, the song focuses on themes of wealth and success while containing specific references to Scott's relationship with Kylie Jenner.

Critical reception highlighted the song's anthemic quality and catchy hook despite some notes on lyrical repetition compared to previous work. The official music video directed by Dave Meyers premiered alongside the single and quickly accumulated over a billion views on YouTube. The track earned a Platinum certification from the RIAA and received a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Performance at the 62nd annual ceremony. [edit]