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"Stuck with U" is a song by American singer Ariana Grande and Canadian singer Justin Bieber. Here are some interesting facts about the song:
Collaboration for a Cause: "Stuck with U" was released on May 8, 2020, as a charity single. The artists announced that the proceeds from the song would go to the First Responders Children's Foundation to support the children of frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Remote Collaboration: Due to the COVID-19 lockdown and social distancing measures, both Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber recorded their parts of the song separately. The music video features a compilation of fan-submitted videos showing how they were spending time during quarantine.
Chart Success: The song debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it Ariana Grande's third number-one single and Justin Bieber's sixth. It also topped the charts in several other countries.
Previous Collaborations: This wasn't the first time Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber collaborated. They had previously worked together on Justin Bieber's 2019 Coachella performance, where they surprised the audience with a duet of Ariana's hit "Problem."
Raising Spirits During Difficult Times: The release of "Stuck with U" was seen as a positive and uplifting gesture during a challenging period. The song's message of being "stuck" with loved ones resonated with many people experiencing lockdowns and isolation.
Record Label Connection: Both Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber are signed to the same record label, Republic Records. Their collaboration on "Stuck with U" was a joint effort by the label to bring together two of its prominent artists for a charitable cause.
These facts highlight the unique circumstances surrounding the creation and release of "Stuck with U," turning it into more than just a chart-topping song but also a charitable initiative to support those affected by the global pandemic.