Silent Assassin (song)

"Silent Assassin" is a song by Australian singer-songwriter Tkay Maidza and Australian electronic musician Flume released on 7 July 2023 as the lead single from Maidza's second studio album, Sweet Justice.

In a press statement, Maidza said "I like to move in silence, but this song is a reminder that people shouldn't count me out or underestimate my abilities; they should be afraid when I'm quiet as I come back more evolved".

At the 2023 ARIA Music Awards, the song was nominated for Best Hip Hop/Rap Release	.

The song was nominated for Best Single at the Rolling Stone Australia Awards.

Music video
The Milo Lee directed music video premiered on YouTube on 6 July 2023. It sees a battle-ready Maidza performing her song in the desert.

Reception
Conor Lochrie from Rolling Stone Australia said "The track is anthem of self-empowerment and self-confidence, the sound of two artists at the top of their game combining to strong effect."

Courtney Fry from Triple J called the colloboration "the link up of the year... showing off the precision and speed of both artists." Fry said "With Tkay's laser-focused bars and Flume's abrasive production, it's one that'll ring around in your ears for ages."

Walden Green from The Fader said "On 'Silent Asassin'... both artists are most definitely in the zone."