Sins (Let Me In)
| "Sins (Let Me In)" | |
|---|---|
| Single by Kanii | |
| from the EP It Was Nice Knowing U | |
| Released | September 8, 2023 |
| Recorded | 2023 |
| Genre | R&B[1] |
| Length | 1:56 |
| Label | Warner |
| Songwriter | Kani Shorter |
| Producers |
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| Music video | |
| "Sins (Let Me In)" on YouTube | |
"Sins (Let Me In)" is a song by American singer and rapper Kanii, released on September 8, 2023, by Warner Records. The song was written by Kanii, with production handled by DarillisBeats and Lunas. It is an R&B song driven by bass, incorporating elements of EDM and 808 drums into its mix. The song garnered mass popularity throughout TikTok and other social media. The track was later included in his sixth extended play (EP) It Was Nice Knowing U (2024).
Background and release
In August 2022, Kanii released his breakout single "Attachment". Which later garnered mass popularity throughout TikTok and other social medias, which led to him signing with Warner Records.[2][3] Kanii would later release "Sins (Let Me In)" as a follow-up to capatilize on is newfound success.[2] A remix of "Sins (Let Me In)" was later released on October 27, 2023, with a feature from Trippie Redd.[4][5]
Critical reception
Writing for Stereogum, Katherine St. Asaph said the song was allusive to the musical styles of The Weeknd and Dawn Richard.[2] While Jason Lipshutz writing for Billboard on his review for the remix said Trippie Redd had brought out "its bleary-eyed, melodic bounce" Also saying that it was "a match made in heaven".[6]
Charts
Weekly charts
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Year-end charts
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Certifications
| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| United States (RIAA)[10] | Gold | 500,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
References
- ^ Garrett, Ural (May 31, 2024). "Unboxed Vol. 44: Kanii Is Managing The Pressure Of Near Superstardom By Doing Him". BET. Retrieved May 26, 2025.
- ^ a b c St. Asaph, Katherine (September 25, 2023). "On 'Tension,' Kylie Minogue's Post-"Padam" Renaissance Keeps Humming Along". Stereogum. Retrieved June 19, 2025.
- ^ Vernon, Jada (January 8, 2024). "Kanii and Respect My Region Talk Upcoming Tour, New EP, and More". Retrieved August 9, 2025.
- ^ Nevares, Gabriel Bras (October 29, 2023). "Trippie Redd Remixes Kanii's New Single, "sins (let me in)"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved May 26, 2025.
- ^ Williams, Kyann-Sian (April 8, 2024). "Kanii: I don't hold back when I express how I feel". NME. Retrieved August 9, 2025.
- ^ Lynch, Jason (October 30, 2023). "10 Cool New Pop Songs to Get You Through the Week: Maisie Peters, Alec Benjamin, Yard Act & More". Billboard. Retrieved January 23, 2026.
- ^ "Hot Dance/Electronic Songs". Billboard. September 9, 2023. Retrieved October 30, 2023.
- ^ "Hot Dance/Electronic Songs – Year-End 2023". Billboard. Retrieved February 7, 2025.
- ^ "Hot Dance/Electronic Songs – Year-End 2024". Billboard. Retrieved May 28, 2025.
- ^ "American single certifications – Kanii – Sins (Let Me In)". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved September 11, 2025.