"No Bad Days" is a song by American rapper Macklemore featuring singer Collett from the former's third solo studio album Ben (2023). It was sent to contemporary hit radio on March 14, 2023, as the album's fifth single.[1] The song was produced by Budo.
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| Single by Macklemore featuring Collett | ||||
| from the album Ben | ||||
| Released | March 14, 2023 | |||
| Length | 2:53 | |||
| Label | Bendo | |||
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| Producer(s) | Budo | |||
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| Collett singles chronology | ||||
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| "No Bad Days" on YouTube | ||||
Composition
editThe chorus of the song is performed by Collett.[2] Lyrically, the song is about embracing oneself, staying positive through good and bad experiences and enjoying the best of life.[2][3]
Music video
editAn official music video was directed by Macklemore's daughter Sloane, which Macklemore revealed in an Instagram video on February 20, 2023.[4] Released alongside the song on March 3, 2023, it sees the two spending time together, including a karaoke session, hairstyling appointment, and horseback riding. At the end, they visit a Seattle Kraken game.[2]
Remix
editAn official remix of the song was released on June 9, 2023 and features American rapper Armani White.[5] Alexander Cole of HotNewHipHop gave a favorable review of the remix, commenting "the addition of Armani White works to perfection. He gives off a great verse that matches what’s happening in the song. Not to mention, his chemistry with Macklemore is tangible."[6]
Live performances
editOn the day of its release, Macklemore performed the song live on Today, as part of the program's Citi Concert Series.[7]
Charts
edit| Chart (2023) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[8] | 20 |
| San Marino (SMRRTV Top 50)[9] | 32 |
| US Digital Song Sales (Billboard)[10] | 43 |
| US Pop Airplay (Billboard)[11] | 33 |
References
edit- ^ "Top 40/Mainstream Future Releases". AllAccess. Retrieved March 5, 2023.
- ^ a b c Powell, Jon (March 8, 2023). "Macklemore returns with new album 'BEN'". Revolt. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ Uitti, Jacob (March 9, 2023). "Meaning Behind the Song and Music Video "No Bad Days" by Macklemore". American Songwriter. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ Rosenbaum, Alli (February 20, 2023). "Macklemore recruits 7-year-old daughter Sloane to direct 'No Bad Days' music video". CNN. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ "NO BAD DAYS (feat. Armani White, Collett) - Single". Apple Music. June 9, 2023. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ Cole, Alexander (June 26, 2023). "Macklemore Enlists Armani White For "No Bad Days" Remix". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ "Watch Macklemore perform 'No Bad Days' live on TODAY". Today. March 3, 2023. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. March 13, 2023. Retrieved September 6, 2023.
- ^ "Top 50 – Radio San Marino RTV – 07/05/2023" (in Italian). San Marino RTV. 7 May 2023. Archived from the original on 2023-05-07. Retrieved 21 July 2024.
- ^ "Macklemore Chart History (Digital Song Sales)". Billboard. Retrieved September 6, 2023.
- ^ "Macklemore Chart History (Pop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved December 7, 2023.