Life Goes On (Fergie song)
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"Life Goes On" is a song by American singer Fergie. It was released as single on November 11, 2016, by Interscope and will.i.am Music Group. The song serves as the second single from Fergie's upcoming second studio album, following "M.I.L.F. $". "Life Goes On" was written by Fergie, Tristan Prettyman, Keith Harris and Toby Gad.[1][2][3]
Background and release
Fergie was expected to release "You Already Know", a single from her upcoming album that features Nicki Minaj, but "Life Goes On" was released instead. Some critics commented on how the song was unintentionally topical, in that its release coincided with the week Donald Trump was announced President-elect of the United States.[4][5]
Promotion
Fergie performed the song on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on December 2, 2016.[6] She additionally performed the song on The Today Show on the same day.[7]
Critical reception
Many critics noted how the single was a change in genre from Fergie's previous single, M.I.L.F.$, with Rap-Up calling it more "Top 40-ready".[8] Samantha Benitz of Hollywood Life praised Fergie's strong vocals and "swag filled persona".[5] Hugh McIntyre of Forbes referred to the song as "existing somewhere in between lounge fodder and the dancefloor, perhaps not perfect for either, but still welcome none the less", and also claimed that Fergie's fanbase was "as patient as any pop star could expect over the years when it comes to solo music from the singer", referring to the delayed release of her long-awaited second album.[9]
Music video
Fergie is currently filming a music video for the song.[10]
Charts
Chart (2016) | Peak position |
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Canada Hot AC (Billboard)[11] | 45 |
Release history
Country | Date | Format | Label | Ref. |
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Worldwide | November 11, 2016 | Digital download | [12] | |
United States | November 21, 2016 | Hot adult contemporary | [13] |
References
- ^ "Life Goes On - Single". iTunes (NZ). November 11, 2016. Retrieved November 11, 2016.
- ^ McIntyre, Hugh (November 10, 2016). "Is Fergie About To Surprise Release Her Long-Awaited New Album?". Forbes. Retrieved November 11, 2016.
- ^ Wass, Mike (10 November 2016). "Fergie Relaunches With New Single "Life Goes On"". Idolator. Retrieved 11 November 2016.
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(help) - ^ Apaza, Kevin (11 November 2016). "World Premiere: Fergie - "Life Goes On": Full Audio + Review". DirectLyrics. Retrieved 11 November 2016.
- ^ a b Benitz, Samantha (11 November 2016). "Fergie Drops Sexy New Song 'Life Goes On' From Album 'Double Dutchess' — Listen". Hollywood Life. Retrieved 11 November 2016.
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(help) - ^ Cantor, Brian (28 November 2016). "Fergie will take the stage on an upcoming "Late Show With Stephen Colbert."". Headline Planet. Retrieved 29 November 2016.
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(help) - ^ "Watch Fergie perform her latest single, 'Life Goes On,' live on TODAY". TODAY. 2 December 2016. Retrieved 3 December 2016.
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(help) - ^ "NEW MUSIC: FERGIE – 'LIFE GOES ON'". Rap-Up. 11 November 2016. Retrieved 11 November 2016.
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(help) - ^ McIntyre, Hugh (11 November 2016). "Fergie Releases New Single 'Life Goes On,' But Still No Word On An Album". Forbes. Retrieved 11 November 2016.
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(help) - ^ "Fergie & Josh Duhamel's Son Axl Is the Cutest Avatar Fan". E! Online. 12 November 2016. Retrieved 13 November 2016.
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(help) - ^ "Fergie Chart History (Canada Hot AC)". Billboard. Retrieved December 1, 2016.
- ^ "Life Goes On - Single by Fergie on Apple Music". Apple Music. November 11, 2016. Retrieved November 17, 2016.
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- 2016 songs
- 2016 singles
- 2010s ballads
- Fergie (singer) songs
- Interscope Records singles
- Songs written by Fergie (singer)
- Songs written by Keith Harris (record producer)
- Songs written by George Pajon
- Songs written by Toby Gad
- Song recordings produced by Toby Gad
- Song recordings produced by Keith Harris (record producer)