: Flo Rida became aware of the sample after his A&R representative at Atlantic Records played him "Levels". He was instantly intrigued by the blend of a "classic sound" with "new-age" energy and decided to build a rap anthem around it. Behind-the-Scenes Drama
While the songs sound similar, their creation involved some industry maneuvering: Good Feeling - Flo Rida (Levels Avicii Remix)
: In 2011, Swedish DJ Avicii released "Levels," which featured a heavily filtered version of the Etta James vocal over a progressive house beat. : Flo Rida became aware of the sample
The story behind Flo Rida's "Good Feeling" (2011) is a fascinating chain of musical influence that bridged 1960s soul with modern EDM. The Chain of Inspiration The story behind Flo Rida's "Good Feeling" (2011)
The track's iconic sound didn't start with Flo Rida; it was a "second-generation sample" sparked by the success of Avicii's "Levels".
: Both songs center on a powerful vocal from Etta James 's 1962 gospel-soul hit, "Something's Got a Hold on Me".
: According to some reports, Flo Rida originally asked David Guetta to recreate the "Levels" instrumental for him, but Guetta declined after checking with Avicii's team to see if the collab was official. Impact and Legacy