People (Libianca song)
2022 single by Libianca
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"People" is a song by Cameroonian-American singer Libianca, released on December 5, 2022. The lyrics of the song are inspired by Libianca's personal experience with depression.[1] The song has had particular success in the UK, Ireland, and New Zealand, where it reached number two, and in the Netherlands and Suriname, where it topped the chart. It has also peaked within the top five in Denmark, Lebanon, South Africa and India.
A large number of remixes of the song were released featuring different artists. Some of them were released under the title "People (Check On Me)".
Description
The song deals with topics such as drinking alcohol, interpersonal relationships, emotional wellbeing, and group dynamics. It includes Cameroonian slang and reflects some of the culture.
Music video
The sparse music video, directed by NYC artist Ceojay, depicts a depressed Libianca alone in her apartment, forcing herself to get out of bed. She prepares pizza and snacks for expected guests, only for all of them to text that they cannot make it.
Track listings
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "People" | 3:04 |
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "People – Sped Up" | 2:37 |
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "People" (featuring Ayra Starr and Omah Lay) | 3:04 |
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "People" (featuring Cian Ducrot) | 3:04 |
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "People" (featuring Becky G) | 3:22 |
Charts
Weekly charts |
Year-end charts
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Certifications
| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (ARIA)[57] | Platinum | 70,000‡ |
| Austria (IFPI Austria)[58] | Gold | 15,000‡ |
| Belgium (BRMA)[59] | Platinum | 40,000‡ |
| Canada (Music Canada)[60] | Platinum | 80,000‡ |
| Denmark (IFPI Danmark)[61] | Platinum | 90,000‡ |
| France (SNEP)[62] | Diamond | 333,333‡ |
| Netherlands (NVPI)[63] | 2× Platinum | 160,000‡ |
| New Zealand (RMNZ)[64] | 4× Platinum | 120,000‡ |
| Nigeria (TCSN)[65] Remix featuring Omah Lay & Ayra Starr |
Gold | 50,000‡ |
| Poland (ZPAV)[66] | Platinum | 50,000‡ |
| Portugal (AFP)[67] | Platinum | 10,000‡ |
| Spain (Promusicae)[68] | Gold | 30,000‡ |
| Switzerland (IFPI Switzerland)[69] | 2× Platinum | 40,000‡ |
| United Kingdom (BPI)[70] | 2× Platinum | 1,200,000‡ |
| United States (RIAA)[71] | Platinum | 1,000,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||