While the songs sound similar, their creation involved some industry maneuvering:
"Good Feeling" became a massive global hit, reaching number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. When Etta James passed away in January 2012, shortly after the song's peak, Flo Rida dedicated the track to her memory, noting that her soul and power were what made the record truly special. Luke to adapt the EDM sound for a pop-rap track? AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more Good Feeling - Flo Rida (Levels Avicii Remix)
: Flo Rida initially reached out to Avicii's team for a direct collaboration. However, Avicii’s manager, Ash Pournouri, reportedly felt a rap feature didn't fit the "Avicii brand" at the time. While the songs sound similar, their creation involved
: Flo Rida became aware of the sample after his A&R representative at Atlantic Records played him "Levels". He was instantly intrigued by the blend of a "classic sound" with "new-age" energy and decided to build a rap anthem around it. Behind-the-Scenes Drama AI responses may include mistakes
: Instead of a direct remix, producers Dr. Luke and Cirkut recreated the vibe by sampling both the Etta James vocal and a replayed drum sample from "Levels". Because it utilized the composition of "Levels," Avicii (Tim Bergling) and Pournouri received official writing credits on "Good Feeling".
: In 2011, Swedish DJ Avicii released "Levels," which featured a heavily filtered version of the Etta James vocal over a progressive house beat.