"Someday I'll Fly" is a song by Hong Kong singer-songwriter G.E.M., serving as the first single for her third studio album, ''

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'' (2012). It was released via digital download and

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through Hummingbird Music on March 14, 2012. Its lyrics were written by G.E.M., while Franzel Jeffrey B, Hollander Andrew B, and Dana Parish composed the track. Additional production and arrangement was handled by Lupo Groinig. Musically, "Someday I'll Fly" is a

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influenced number with aspirational lyrics.

Background and release

Written by G.E.M., the lyrics of "Someday I'll Fly" chronicles her personal experiences from 2011 to 2012, during which she faced increasing pressures in her life. G.E.M. described this period as a time of struggle, as she sought to break free from everything weighing her down. She believed that "Someday I'll Fly" symbolized her determination to let go of those burdens and embrace a fresh start.

Music video

The

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for "Someday I'll Fly", directed by Bill Chia, was shot over the course of 22 hours. It was uploaded to

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on April 7, 2012. G.E.M. plays the role of a

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in the video, having spent a month learning ballet to prepare for the video shoot. She saw the dance routines as a reflection of life's challenges and complexities; at the same time, she believed that like ballet, life should embody qualities of lightness, grace, and freedom.

Accolades

Credits and personnel

Mixing

* Mixed at MixHaus Studios, Los Angeles

Personnel

* G.E.M. – vocals, background vocals * Franzel Jeffrey B – composer * Hollander Andrew B – composer * Dana Parish – composer * Lupo Groinig – producer and arranger * Richard Furch – mixer

Release history

References

{{G.E.M. 2012 singles 2012 songs G.E.M. songs