Glorious

About this song

Released June 15, 2017, the single features Skylar Grey and became platinum-certified. It was Macklemore's first release in half a year and his first solo music after parting ways with producer Ryan Lewis, following 2016's "Wednesday Morning". It was also the first single from a new album, and his daughter Sloane teased it before the title and feature were revealed. The music video stars his 100-year-old grandma Helen.

What it's about

Macklemore sounds full of renewed confidence and a strong desire to make new music. Skylar Grey's choruses act as his inner voice, reinforcing his passion for music and the feeling that he was born to make it.

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Fun facts

• Sampled in 1 other song, like “Glorious by Zankyou & Krysh”.
• Covered 2 times, including “Glorious by KIDZ BOP Kids”.
• Written by Xperience, Tyler Dopps, Budo, Skylar Grey and Macklemore.
• Produced by Tyler Dopps and Budo.
• Recorded at The Wonka Mansion.