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One Sweet Day
1995 single by Mariah Carey and Boyz II Men
One Sweet Day
"One Sweet Day" is a song by American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey and vocal harmony group Boyz II Men. The artists co-wrote the song with Walter Afanasieff, who co-produced it with Carey. Inspired by people in their lives and the sufferers of the AIDS epidemic, "One Sweet Day" sees the singers grieve the loss of a loved one and hold onto the hope of reuniting in heaven. It is a sentimental ballad influenced by R&B and pop, featuring keyboards, synthesizers, a synth bass, and guitar. Columbia Records released it on November 13, 1995, as the second single from Carey's fifth studio album, Daydream (1995). On release, "One Sweet Day" received widespread critical acclaim for its emotionally resonant lyrics about grief and loss, as well as for the vocal performances of Carey and Boyz II Men. Music critics identified the track as a standout from Daydream. It reached number one in Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, and the United States, and charted within the top ten in Australia, Belgium,...
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