The lyrics follow lead singer Ryan Tedder as he wakes up in London and travels through Paris, China, and Colorado.
The track is defined by its cheerful, upbeat instrumentation: Good Life - OneRepublic feat. B.o.B
As of January 2014, the track had sold over 3 million copies in the United States. The lyrics follow lead singer Ryan Tedder as
Forceful drums drive the rhythm, creating a sound that stands out on mainstream radio. It became the band's second top-ten hit on
B.o.B’s contribution adds a hip-hop layer that reviewers noted felt "tailor-made" for the song's global travel theme. He delivers a verse about his transition from "living in a freezer" to fame, adding a personal rags-to-riches success story that mirrors the song's core message. Lyrical Themes and Analysis
Lyrically, "Good Life" is a "straightforward reflection on happiness" according to reviewers from Plugged In .
It became the band's second top-ten hit on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 8.