I Gotta Feeling (official Music Video) — The Black Eyed Peas -

: will.i.am wrote the song in approximately one hour after attending the inauguration of President Obama.

: The song's melody was directly inspired by the U2 song "I'll Go Crazy If I Don't Go Crazy Tonight". Some critics have also noted similarities to the repetitive, warm vocal lines of the Five Stairsteps' "O-o-h Child". Musical Composition The Black Eyed Peas - I Gotta Feeling (Official Music Video)

: The group intentionally crafted the track as an "escape" for people during the 2008 financial crisis, aiming to provide a sense of joy and optimism during difficult times. : will

: The inclusion of the line "Mazel tov (l'chaim)" helped the song become a global staple at celebrations, particularly bar mitzvahs and weddings. Critical and Commercial Impact Musical Composition : The group intentionally crafted the

The 2009 hit by The Black Eyed Peas is widely considered one of the most successful pop anthems in music history, holding records for digital sales and consecutive weeks at the top of the charts. Released as the second single from their fifth studio album, The E.N.D. , the track transitioned the group's sound into the "electro-hop" genre through a high-profile collaboration with French DJ David Guetta . Origins and Inspiration

The song's release marked a period of unprecedented chart dominance for the Black Eyed Peas.