Riot (Rascal Flatts song)

"Riot" is a song written by Jesse Frasure, Ashley Gorley, and Shane McAnally, and performed by American country music group Rascal Flatts. It was released in January 2015 as the third single from their ninth studio album, Rewind.

The song is a mid-tempo country track with a prominent electric guitar riff. Lyrically, "Riot" describes a passionate and uncontrollable love that feels like a "riot" inside the singer. It uses metaphors of chaos and excitement to express the intensity of romantic feelings. The narrator sings about the all-consuming nature of their love, comparing it to a whirlwind.

"Riot" reached number 1 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart in May 2015, becoming Rascal Flatts' 15th number-one single on that chart. It also charted on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

The single was generally well-received by critics, who praised the song's catchy melody and energetic production. Some critics noted the song's similarity to other contemporary country-pop songs. The song has been featured in several television shows and commercials.