Yes, “I Gotta Feeling” By the Black Eyed Peas Has a Jewish Backstory

The article reveals the Jewish backstory behind the Black Eyed Peas’ hit "I Gotta Feeling," explaining that will.i.am deliberately included the lyrics “mazel tov” and “l’chaim” after being inspired by the celebratory music played at Jewish weddings and bar and bat mitzvahs. He also shared that the Hebrew phrases were a tribute to a close childhood friend and his family, helping turn the song into a beloved staple at Jewish celebrations around the world.

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Photo Credit: Black Eyed Peas’ Instagram

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