"Rockstar" remains a staple of Soolking's "Fruit du Démon" era. Its popularity led to the release of a sequel, in September 2020 as part of his Vintage album. This follow-up, also produced by Chéfi Beat , continued the narrative of his meteoric career.
The lyrics, primarily in French with Arabic influences, reflect Soolking's rise to fame and his identity as a "blédard" (someone from the "bled" or home country). He explores themes of success, resilience, and staying true to his roots while being welcomed "like a rockstar" in every city he visits.
The official video has amassed over 114 million views on YouTube, solidifying its status as a major hit in his discography. Legacy and Sequel
The track features a distinctive sound produced by (also credited as Chafi), blending Soolking’s melodic rap style with a high-energy beat. The official music video, which premiered on February 4, 2019, was a high-scale production directed by Leïla Sy and Mathieu Bernos Azzi . Key contributors to the music video included: Production: Affranchis Music & Hyper Focal. Cinematography: Benjamin Ramalho. Styling: Yasmine Akkaz. VFX: Nicolas Fuminier. Lyrical Themes & Impact
The track was certified Single d'Or (Gold) in France by the SNEP on September 14, 2020, after surpassing 15 million equivalent streams.