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| Released | 5 May 2018 | |||
| Recorded | 2018 | |||
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| Length | 3:46 | |||
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| Songwriter(s) | Reid | |||
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"16B" is a song by Filipino-Australian singer-actor James Reid. The song was released on May 5, 2018 as the lead single off the collaborative mixtape from his own label Careless Music Manila. [2]
According to "Push", [3] Reid explained in his Instagram post that the lyrics were inspired by a close friend. He also stated that "16B is a place, a place where even the most fiery of souls can get lost in the pretty lights." [4]
An accompany music video for the song was released on Reid's birthday on May 11, 2018 via Careless Music Manila's YouTube channel. [5] [6]
"16B" received positive reviews from music critics, but was also criticized for its provocative lyrics. [7]
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