"Gold" is a song by German singer Loi. It was released by Volksmusic on 16 September 2022. A French version of the single featuring singer Robin was released by the same label on 30 June 2023.
Composition and reception According to Loi, "Gold" is "about a person who just makes you feel a little better". She wrote the song with Felix Jeremias Volk, René Müller, and its producer, Simon Klose. "Gold" was the result of a collaboration between Loi, former University of Bonn lecturer Dr. Volkmar Kramarz, and health insurance company Barmer. The lattermost implemented a "musical campaign" with the help of the single to "highlight the positive effects of music and the importance of relaxation" in stressful times. "Gold" tempo and rhythm follow a structure developed by Kramarz which aims to "giv[e] people strength and motivation"; the structure is "based on scientific findings on the effect of music on people".
Marina Rößer of called the single "empowering". Panorama indicated that listeners "will veer towards the same good vibes with which Loi followed her inspiration" for "Gold". thought that with the song, Loi "bring[s] us all back into that late-summer feel-good mood".
Charts +Chart performance for "Gold" Chart (2023) Peakposition Poland (Polish Airplay Top 100) 2
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Release history + Release dates and formats for "Gold" Country Date Format(s) Version Label Various 16 September 2022 Original Volksmusic Italy 9 December 2022 Airplay France 30 June 2023 French version
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