This 2012 dance-pop single saw Kingston continuing his signature blend of island-infused rhythms and pop-friendly hooks, aiming for a summer chart presence.
- "Back 2 Life (Live It Up)" was released on June 5, 2012, by Epic Records and Beluga Heights.
- The song features a prominent sample of the 1996 hit "All I Wanna Do Is Have Fun" by Jamaican dancehall artist TOK.
- It was co-written by Kingston alongside collaborators including Jason Derulo and J.R. Rotem, who also produced the track.
Sean Kingston is a Jamaican-American singer from Miami, Florida, best known for his 2007 international hit "Beautiful Girls." He melded reggae, R&B, and dancehall influences into a pop framework. In 2012, Kingston was looking to rebound after a period of less commercially successful singles following his debut album.
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