Something to Believe In (Fashawn song)
2015 single by Fashawn featuring Nas and Aloe Blacc
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"Something to Believe In" is a song by American rapper Fashawn, with guest appearances by Nas and Aloe Blacc.[1] It was released on February 19, 2015 as a single from Fashawn's second studio album The Ecology.[2] The song is produced by DJ Khalil.[3] It has received positive critical reception and is also featured on the soundtrack for the video games Madden NFL 16 and WWE 2K16.[4][5]
| "Something To Believe In" | ||||
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| Single by Fashawn featuring Nas and Aloe Blacc | ||||
| from the album The Ecology | ||||
| Released | February 19, 2015 | |||
| Recorded | 2014 | |||
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| Length | 4:04 | |||
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| Producer | DJ Khalil | |||
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Background and development
The song came to fruition after Fashawn signed to Nas' Mass Appeal Records.[6] According to Fashawn, the original instrumental was part of an unreleased collection of material held by Aloe Blacc and his band.[3] Aloe Blacc sent the instrumental to Fashawn, who then recruited DJ Khalil to put together a newer version that contained a more hip-hop feel. Coincidentally, both Fashawn and Nas wrote their verses while touring separately in Europe. In an interview, Fashawn reflected upon the song's creation by saying, "I felt like it was the perfect canvas to paint on and epitomizes what we stand for in rap."[3]