Let It Go

Album: O.N.I.F.C. (2012)
Charted: 87
Play Video

Songfacts®:

  • This was released as the third single from Wiz Khalifa's fourth studio album O.N.I.F.C. Khalifa wrote the track himself with Sony artist Jonathan Atangana. The beat was supplied by ID Labs, a Pittsburgh production duo consisting of E. Dan and Big Jerm. Their previous credits included Mac Miller's "Frick Park Market," as well as Wiz's own "The Race."
  • Singer-songwriter and producer Akon sings the hook in which he criticises rappers who fake their persona. "You know we can see through the blinds homie," he croons. "See through the truth and them lies homie."

Comments

Be the first to comment...

Editor's Picks

Booker T. Jones

Booker T. JonesSongwriter Interviews

The Stax legend on how he cooked up "Green Onions," the first time he and Otis Redding saw hippies, and if he'll ever play a digital organ.

American Hits With Foreign Titles

American Hits With Foreign TitlesSong Writing

What are the biggest US hits with French, Spanish (not "Rico Suave"), Italian, Scottish, Greek, and Japanese titles?

Queen

QueenFact or Fiction

Scaramouch, a hoople and a superhero soundtrack - see if you can spot the real Queen stories.

Michael Franti

Michael FrantiSongwriter Interviews

Franti tells the story behind his hit "Say Hey (I Love You)" and explains why yoga is an integral part of his lifestyle and his Soulshine tour.

Artis the Spoonman

Artis the SpoonmanSong Writing

Even before Soundgarden wrote a song about him, Artis was the most famous spoon player of all time. So why has he always been broke?

Tony Banks of Genesis

Tony Banks of GenesisSongwriter Interviews

Genesis' key-man re-examines his solo career and the early days of music video.