Because You Live

"Because You Live"
Single by Jesse McCartney
from the album The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement: Original Soundtrack and Beautiful Soul
Released	September 2005
Recorded	2004/2005
Genre	Pop rock
Length	3:18
Label	Walt Disney, Hollywood
Songwriter(s)	Chris Braide, Desmond Child, Andreas Carlsson
Producer(s)	Andreas Carlsson, Desmond Child
Jesse McCartney singles chronology
"Get Your Shine On" (2005) "Because You Live" (2005) "Right Where You Want Me" (2006)

"Because You Live" is a song recorded by Jesse McCartney written by Chris Braide, Andreas Carlsson and Desmond Child. It was released as the third single from his debut album, Beautiful Soul, in 2005 in North America and Europe while "Get Your Shine On" was released as the third single in Australia. It is featured in the film The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement. It was sent to US radio but didn't have an official add date.

Cover versions

It was remixed by Sergio Dall'Ora and Luca Degani with new vocals performed by Cristian De Leo under the alias "Miky MC". This remixed version of the original song was released on Super Eurobeat Volume 182 available in Japanese markets in CD form or as digital download through Avex Trax's mu-mo download service.

Music video

There are two versions of "Because You Live". The first version is the promo video that features Jesse McCartney in a room singing. The second video for "Because You Live" was shot in Thebarton Theatre Adelaide, Australia and Sydney, Australia which features him performing the song, traveling somewhere, walking in the park, and backstage with his fans.

Formats and track listings

• Italian CD (1st track replaced by the "Beautiful Soul" radio edit)

1. . Because You Live (Radio Edit) - 3:18
2. . Get Your Shine On (Single Version) - 3:12
3. . Beautiful Soul (Drew Ferrente Mix) - 3:34

Charts

Chart (2005–06)	Peak position
Italy (FIMI)	3