"All of the Lights" is a song by Kanye West from his 2010 album, "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy." Here are some interesting facts about the song:
Collaborations: The song features a star-studded cast of artists. Rihanna provides vocals for the chorus, and there are contributions from other notable musicians such as Kid Cudi, Elton John, Fergie, Alicia Keys, Drake, and more.
Production: The track's production is intricate and layered, featuring a wide range of instruments and sounds. Kanye West worked with producers like Jeff Bhasker to create the rich and dynamic sonic landscape of the song.
Awards: "All of the Lights" received critical acclaim and won several awards. It won two Grammy Awards in 2012: Best Rap Song and Best Rap/Sung Collaboration.
Music Video: The music video for the song is known for its intense visuals. Directed by Hype Williams, it features a combination of strobe lighting and colorful imagery. The video received positive reviews for its artistic and cinematic qualities.
Chart Performance: The song performed well on the charts, reaching the top 10 in multiple countries. It became one of Kanye West's commercially successful tracks.
Sampling: The song samples the opening portion of Elton John's song "Someone Saved My Life Tonight" and features an interpolation of his song "Your Song." The sampling adds a nostalgic and melodic element to the track.
"All of the Lights" is recognized not only for its musical complexity but also for its ambitious collaboration and the visual artistry of its accompanying music video.