Elements of the track were later used in other Virtual Riot projects, such as Purple Dragons.
The track is a masterclass in the "riddim-influenced" dubstep style popular at the time. Key elements include: Datsik & Virtual Riot - Nasty
It utilizes advanced synth loops, such as the "Terror Synth Loop" from Cymatics, layered with the metallic, mechanical "growls" that are a hallmark of Virtual Riot’s signature sound . Elements of the track were later used in
The track features distinctive vocal samples, including Paul Levesque (Triple H) and YouTuber Markiplier. layered with the metallic
"Nasty" gained significant traction within the EDM community, amassing over 24 million views on promotional channels like DubstepGutter. Its popularity led to several iterations, most notably: