Featured in our Fall Music Preview, Gym Class Heroes' forthcoming album, The Papercut Chronicles II, is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated albums of the fall. Perhaps it's because Gym Class die-hards freaked a little when Travie McCoy went solo or because the album's lead single “Stereo Hearts" features the smooth-ass vocals of Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine, but whatever the reason, the buzz surrounding GCH's forthcoming disc is unmistakable.
Now Gym Class Heroes' new jam "Martyrial Girl$" is taking us in a different direction. Sonically, "Martyrial Girl$" is harsher than the sugary sweet vibe of "Stereo Hearts" as it features the gritty guitars and grimy filters to create the punk-rock sound GCH was originally known for, boding well for the rest of the album. In Travie's own words, "It's definitely a well-rounded album. It's not just a few singles here or there and some filler. It's got some reoccurring themes from the first Papercut Chronicles, musically and lyrically." Per its title, "Martyrial Girl$" speaks to materialism and how uncomfortable it makes Travie: "Cause I'd rather be sedated/Than conversate about whose sneakers are more outrageous/Or whose outfit's the latest."
We know you're not into expensive designer duds, Trav, but considering your album's lead single "Stereo Hearts" has already sold a million copies, you could, if you wanted to, buy me the new Chanel bag yourself some dope new threads. Just a suggestion!
+ Listen to Gym Class Heroes' "Martyrial Girl$."