"Dead or Alive" is a song by American rapper Lil Tecca, released on September 20, 2023 as the fourth single from his third studio album Tec, which was released two days later.
It was produced by Taz Taylor, Rio Leyva and John Darden IV.
In an interview with Apple Music, Lil Tecca explained the meaning behind the song: Is very just in your face, like, the way I always just see peoples opinions and anyone besides us, you know?
"[1]Alexander Cole gave a positive review, writing "The song is yet another banger from Tecca, with some melodic production and the vocals to match.
It's in line with what we have already heard from Tecca this album cycle, albeit with a twist.