Stronger (Mary J. Blige song)
Introduction        '''"Stronger"''' is a song recorded and performed by American singer Mary J. Blige, with writing from Esther Dean and Chris Brown, who provide backing vocals. The song was featured on the soundtrack for the LeBron James documentary film ''More Than a Game'', and included on the international version of her ninth studio album, ''Stronger with Each Tear'' (2010). It was released as the first single from the soundtrack to iTunes and Amazon on August 18, 2009.Additionally it was sent to US radio on September 8, 2009.Blige performed the song on ''Good Morning America'' on September 11, 2009.She also performed it on the ''Late Show with David Letterman'' on September 23, 2009.
Background and release The song deals with issues surrounding people standing by one another through the difficult times. Blige sings "Now we're stronger... stronger... stronger..." referencing that relationships have more strength once they have been tested and people stand by each other. The song was produced by Polow da Don and Hit-Boy especially for the ''Music Inspired by More Than a Game'' which is the official soundtrack album to the film ''More Than a Game''.
Music video The music video, which premiered on August 21, 2009, features Blige singing in a quarry and amidst clouds. Footage from ''More Than a Game'' is interspersed throughout, and the video begins and ends with quotations by LeBron James. The video was directed by Anthony Mandler.
Charts Chart (2009)   Peakposition
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