"A-O-K" is a song by American singer Tai Verdes. It was released on June 8, 2021, as the fifth single from his debut studio album TV via Arista Records. The song was written by Adam Friedman, Brian William Brundage, Martijn Tienus Konijnenburg and Tai Verdes, and produced by Friedman. A remix featuring guest vocals from fellow American rapper 24kGoldn was released on September 10, 2021. Additionally, an alternative version featuring latin artist Manuel Turizo was released on November 18, 2021.
The song is also the walk-up song for Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Bryson Stott aside from a period in 2026, making it particularly popular throughout the Philadelphia metropolitan area.
Background In a press release, Verdes explained "A-O-K' is just a song for anyone who wants to feel 2% better. I made it to help myself, and I hope that it's helping other people when they listen to it." He also expressed to The Music Network that the song "provide[s] an uplifting message for listeners throughout the COVID-19 pandemic."
Music video The song received two music video releases. The original version was released on May 19, 2021. The remix version with 24kGoldn was released on September 14, 2021, and directed by Logan Meis. In a backyard party, 24kGoldn and Verdes showcase their "eclectic styles and mischievous sense of humour reign free in a laid-back Sunday style". It includes "lemonade stands, pugs and flamingos."
Charts
Weekly charts + Weekly chart performance for "A-O-K" Chart (2021) Peakposition Australia (ARIA) 24 Canada (Canadian Hot 100) 20 Global 200 (Billboard) 86 Ireland (IRMA) 59 New Zealand (Recorded Music NZ) 26 Sweden Heatseeker (Sverigetopplistan) 2 US Billboard Hot 100 34 US Adult Top 40 (Billboard) 21 US Hot Rock & Alternative Songs (Billboard) 4 US Mainstream Top 40 (Billboard) 12 US Rock & Alternative Airplay (Billboard) 21
Year-end charts +Year-end chart performance for "A-O-K" Chart (2021) Position Canada (Canadian Hot 100) 65 US Hot Rock & Alternative Songs (Billboard) 10 US Mainstream Top 40 (Billboard) 48
Certifications
Release history +Release history for "A-O-K" Region Date Format Version Label Various May 20, 2021 Original Arista United States June 8, 2021 Contemporary hit radio Various September 10, 2021 24kGoldn remix November 18, 2021 Manuel Turizo remix
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