“It means something to people today”: Fridayy reveals he recorded the chorus of Will Smith’s new song four years ago

Will Smith’s new song “You Can Make It” has been a hit with fans since its release on Friday. However, many people don’t know that this track has been in the works for many years, according to PEOPLE. During an interview at the 2024 BET Awards, singer-songwriter Fridayy, who features on the song alongside the Sunday Service choir, talked about the song’s development.

A four-year journey for You Can Make It

On Sunday, June 30, Fridayy spoke to PEOPLE at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The BET Award nominee explained the origins of the collaboration. “I recorded this hook four years ago in 2020 at my mom’s house,” Fridayy explained. This revelation shows the lengthy and patient process of making music.

Fridayy also praised producer Ayo, half of the Grammy-winning duo Ayo N Keyz. According to Fridayy, Ayo played the chorus for Will Smith, who then added his verses. “He played the chorus for Will and Will added his verses,” Fridayy explained. “So it’s a blessing, bro.”

Fridayy also spoke about the enduring quality of his music. “The kind of music I make is, like you said, hopeful, motivational and timeless,” he added. “I can make a hook five years ago and it still means something to people today.” This timeless quality reveals the power of music to inspire and uplift, regardless of when it was created.

Will Smith’s return to music

Will Smith’s performance of You Can Make It at the BET Awards marks his first major music release in over five years. The actor discussed the meaning of the song on social media. On June 28, Smith wrote that music has always been there for him to lift him up and help him grow, even in his darkest moments. He expressed his humble wish that it will do the same for us and bring us all the joy and light we deserve.

Smith has been creating new music for the past year and a half. In an interview with Extra, he described his upcoming project as the most personal and powerful music he’s ever created. He hinted at future music, saying he’ll be playing it to his fans “in about a month.”

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