Long as I Live (Toni Braxton song)
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"Long as I Live" is a song by American singer Toni Braxton from her eighth studio album Sex & Cigarettes (2018). Written by Braxton, Paul Boutin, and Antonio Dixon, whom also produced the track, it is a "soulful '90s-style" R&B and soul track that finds the singer struggling with breaking up and moving on from her past lover. The song was released on February 9, 2018 by Def Jam Recordings as the second single from the album, with an accompanying music video premiered on March 23, 2018 to coincide with the parent album's release.[1]
Upon its release, "Long as I Live" received positive reviews from music critics for its "nostalgic" feel, with Braxton's voice described "as strong as ever".
The song also attained commercial success for the singer in the States, becoming her eight chart-topper for five consecutive weeks on the US
Background and promotion
On February 27, 2018, Braxton appeared on the daytime show
Music video
The audio video was released to Braxton's
Credits and personnel
Credits adapted from the liner notes of Sex & Cigarettes.[13]
- Walter Barnes – bass
- Paul Boutin – mixing, instruments, vocal producer
- Toni Braxton – vocals, vocal producer, writer
- Antonio Dixon – instruments, producer, writer
- Erick Walls – electric guitar
Charts
Weekly charts
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Year-end charts
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Release history
Region | Date | Format | Label | Ref |
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Various | February 9, 2018 | Digital download, streaming | Def Jam | [1][22] |
References
- ^ a b "Long as I Live – Single by Toni Braxton on Apple Music". Apple Music (US). 9 February 2018. Retrieved February 9, 2018.
- ^ "2. Toni Braxton, 'Long as I Live'". Herald-Review.com. Retrieved 2020-07-11.
- ^ "Toni Braxton's 'Long As I Live': Hear New Single, See Upcoming Album and Tour Info". Billboard. 2018-02-12. Retrieved 2020-07-11.
- ^ "61st Annual GRAMMY Awards". GRAMMY.com. 2018-12-06. Retrieved 2018-12-14.
- ^ BWW News Desk. "Toni Braxton Takes Her AS LONG AS I LIVE On The Road". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved 2020-07-11.
- ^ "Toni Braxton Shows off Ring After Engagement to Birdman: 'He Did Well, Right?'". Billboard.
- ^ "Toni Braxton on Instagram "Long As I Live"". Instagram. Archived from the original on 2021-12-24. Retrieved March 12, 2018.
- ^ "Toni Braxton on Instagram "Be sure to tune into #BFV tomorrow night! My new video for Long As I Live Premieres immediately after!"". Instagram. Archived from the original on 2021-12-24. Retrieved March 21, 2018.
- ^ "Toni Braxton – Long As I Live (Audio)". YouTube. Retrieved February 9, 2018.
- ^ "Toni Braxton – Long As I Live Music Video Snippet". YouTube. Retrieved March 7, 2018.
- ^ "Toni Braxton – Long As I Live". YouTube. March 23, 2018. Retrieved March 24, 2018.
- ^ Handsome Model Speaks to RTM About Starring In Toni Braxton's Latest Video Right This Minute
- ^ Sex & Cigarettes (Media notes). Toni Braxton. Def Jam Recordings. 2018.
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: CS1 maint: others in cite AV media (notes) (link) - ^ "Official Scottish Singles Sales Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved March 31, 2018.
- ^ "Official Singles Downloads Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved March 30, 2018.
- ^ "Toni Braxton Chart History (Adult R&B Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved June 6, 2018.
- ^ "Toni Braxton Chart History (Bubbling Under R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Archived from the original on August 15, 2019. Retrieved August 23, 2019.
- ^ "Toni Braxton Chart History (Hot R&B Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved April 3, 2018.
- ^ "Toni Braxton Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay)". Billboard. Retrieved June 19, 2018.
- ^ "Toni Braxton Chart History (R&B/Hip-Hop Digital Song Sales)". Billboard. Retrieved April 3, 2018.
- ^ "2018 Year End Chart: ADULT R&B SONGS". Billboard. Retrieved January 30, 2019.
- ^ International releases of Long As I Live:
- In the UK: "Long As I Live – Single by Toni Braxton". iTunes Store (UK). 9 February 2018. Retrieved March 21, 2018.
- In France: "Long As I Live – Single by Toni Braxton". iTunes Store (France). 9 February 2018. Retrieved March 21, 2018.
- In Australia: "Long As I Live – Single by Toni Braxton". iTunes Store (Australia). 9 February 2018. Retrieved March 21, 2018.
- In Canada: "Long As I Live – Single by Toni Braxton". iTunes Store (Canada). 9 February 2018. Retrieved March 21, 2018.
- In Spain: "Long As I Live – Single by Toni Braxton". iTunes Store (Spain). 9 February 2018. Retrieved March 21, 2018.
- In Germany: "Long As I Live – Single by Toni Braxton". iTunes Store (Germany). 9 February 2018. Retrieved March 21, 2018.