Format Digital download Label will.i.amInterscope | Recorded 2016 Length 3:50 | |
Released November 11, 2016 (2016-11-11) | ||
"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. $". "Life Goes On" was written by Fergie, Tristan Prettyman, Keith Harris and Toby Gad.
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Background and release
Fergie was expected to release "You Already Know", a single from her upcoming album that features Nicki Minaj, but "Life Goes On" was released instead. Some critics commented on how the song was unintentionally topical, in that its release coincided with the week Donald Trump was announced President-elect of the United States.
Promotion
Fergie performed the song on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on December 2, 2016. She additionally performed the song on The Today Show on the same day.
Critical reception
Many critics noted how the single was a change in genre from Fergie's previous single, M.I.L.F.$, with Rap-Up calling it more "Top 40-ready". Samantha Benitz of Hollywood Life praised Fergie's strong vocals and "swag filled persona". 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.
Music video
The music video for the song was released on December 16, 2016, and features Baddiewinkle and Musical.ly breakout star Baby Ariel.