Before I Go
2018 single by Guy Sebastian
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"Before I Go" is a song by Australian singer Guy Sebastian. It was written by Sebastian and Jamie Hartman[3] and released on 2 November 2018 as the lead single from Sebastian's ninth studio album T.R.U.T.H..[4] The song was the most added song on Australian radio in the week of release.[5] "Before I Go" peaked at number 43 on the Australian Singles Chart, and was certified 2× platinum.[6][7] also charted at number 41 in the Netherlands, and achieved platinum certification there.[8][9]
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| Single by Guy Sebastian | ||||
| from the album T.R.U.T.H. | ||||
| Released | 2 November 2018 | |||
| Genre | Soul[1][2] | |||
| Length | 3:29 | |||
| Label | Sony Music Australia | |||
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Background
In a statement, Sebastian said: "This was the very first song I wrote when I sat down to start this new album and it says so much about what I was feeling at the time. In fact, the vocal is still the demo vocal from the writing session because it just felt honest."[4]
Reception
Jas H from Amnpify said: "'Before I Go' brings the singer songwriter's vocals and soaring delivery to an emotive and captivating place, setting the tone and anticipation around his forthcoming new music." He added: "The new song is about self belief and taking control of your own destiny and legacy regardless of the limitations people or obstacles in your path may place over you".[10] Universal Publishing Group said, "The powerful anthem runs with soulful and passionate depths, reaching new heights with its catchiness and honesty."[11]
Charts
Weekly charts
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Year-end charts
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Certifications
| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
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| Australia (ARIA)[18] | 2× Platinum | 140,000‡ |
| Netherlands (NVPI)[19] | Platinum | 80,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
Release history
| Country | Release date | Format | Label |
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| Australia | 2 November 2018[20] | Digital download, streaming | Sony Music Australia |