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Alesso and Nate Smith Break Down Their Country-Dance Crossover ‘I Like It’ for Variety’s Behind the Song: It ‘Feels Like an Anthem’


Alesso and Nate Smith unpack the musical makeup of 'I Like It' for Variety's Behind the Song video series.

In this episode of Variety’s Behind the Song, legendary producer and artist Alesso takes us inside his collaboration with Nate Smith on their new track, “I Like It.” Alesso, renowned for his high-energy hits that electrify crowds, has collaborated with rising country star Nate Smith on his latest project to blend country and dance music. The collaboration is a natural fit: Alesso, known for his impressive EDM crossover smashes such as “Heroes” and “If I Lose Myself,” joins forces with Smith, whose track “Bulletproof” has spent 14 weeks and counting on the Billboard Hot 100. Regarding the decision to feature guitars and Smith’s vocals prominently at the start, Alesso explains, “You should never wait too long to showcase one of the best parts of the song.”

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