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. It premiered on August 3, 2012 and was released as a digital download on November, 2012 as promo single. The song was written by

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and produced by

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. The song received positive reviews from music critics, praising the song's unique sound and also McClain Sisters's vocals, which have been compared to

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Background, composition and release

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Pop song, "Go" exhibits elements of

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and

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. Built on a

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, multi-tracked harmonies, the song's instrumentation includes slow-bouncing

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tones, and

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s. The song was written by

and produced by

. Lyrically, the song gives ode to perseverance in wishes and the end of the world. In interview for ''Black Starz'', the sisters commented:

We're wrapping it up. I know we always say that, but we didn't realize how much can go into it though. But we are officially wrapping it up and we're going to put some music out there soon. We're excited.

In the same interview,

commented on the expectations about the song. "It's going to sound different but I think you guys are going to like it. I'm excited for everyone to hear what we have going on.". "Go" was released for radio premiere on November 2, 2012. The song was released for digital download on November 6.

Critical reception

The song received positive reviews from music critics. Toria to ''Black Starz'' said the song has a "really good message". The ''Pop State'' compared "Go" to

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songs of

, but in a version '

girls'. To ''Fanlala'' the song is contagious and energizing. They said: "We fell in love instantly! "Go" shows exactly what the girls are made of. The song has a very in-your-face feel that makes you want to hop up and dance! With such energy, just make sure you're careful where you're listening to it. The lyrics and music is infectious". Alex Joy to ''Vip Access'' was positive and said "I think we all can agree that we can never have too much of the magnificent".

Track listing

*; US iTunes single # "Go" – 3:13

Radio and release history

References

External links

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