WATCH THE OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO FOR “GOODLIFE”
THE BAD GUYS 2 OPENS IN THEATERS NATIONWIDE AUGUST 1
LOS ANGELES, CA – July 11th, 2025 – Back Lot Music announces the release of “GOODLIFE”, an original song featured in DreamWorks Animation’s upcoming film, The Bad Guys 2, performed by hit artists Rag’n’Bone Man and WizTheMc. The track was written by Oscar® nominated composer Daniel Pemberton alongside co-writers Gary Go and Sanele David Sydow (aka WizTheMc).
Playing over the end credits, “GOODLIFE” delivers a soulful, upbeat anthem about recognizing joy and holding onto it when it finally shows up. The track was inspired by a line from Mr. Wolf near the end of the film: “If you’re lucky, the good life will find you.” “That line stuck with me—it was simple but powerful,” Pemberton says. “We wanted a song that felt like a fun and upbeat ending to the film, encapsulating the journey of the characters and their choice to do good. It’s about finding the good life, which reflects the whole film’s theme of personal transformation. Gary and I sat down, and within about half an hour, the core of the song came together. It just clicked.”
To perform it, Pemberton paired two artists with distinct but complementary voices. Rag’n’Bone Man, known for his rich, soulful tone, anchors the track, while WizTheMc brings a bright melodic energy. “I wanted to create a song that had contrasting voices that went together perfectly,” Pemberton says. “Rag’n’Bone Man has this distinctive, deep voice that anchors the song, while Wiz brings this fresh, upbeat energy. They balance each other out in a way that feels unique and organic.”
Since signing on to the project, Wiz’s star has risen rapidly, making the timing of the collaboration even more meaningful. “I’m a big animation lover, especially in the past few years,” WizTheMc says. “When I found out I was writing a part in the song, I was super geeked because I love the premise and theme of The Bad Guys 2. After meeting the team behind the movie and seeing the passion in their eyes for what they do, I knew I was in the right place. Super thankful for them letting me be a part of it. Can’t wait to do more in the world of film!”
ABOUT THE BAD GUYS 2
Everyone’s favorite felons are back, and this time, they’ve got company.
In the new action-packed chapter from DreamWorks Animation’s acclaimed comedy smash about a crackerjack crew of animal outlaws, our now-reformed Bad Guys are trying (very, very hard) to be good, but instead find themselves hijacked into a high-stakes, globe-trotting heist, masterminded by a new team of criminals they never saw coming: The Bad Girls.
Based on the New York Times best-selling book series by Aaron Blabey, which has soared from 8 million to over 30 million copies sold since the first film’s release in 2022, The Bad Guys 2 stars the stellar original cast, led by Academy Award® winner Sam Rockwell as Mr. Wolf, SAG award nominee Marc Maron as safe-cracker Mr. Snake, SAG award nominee Craig Robinson as master-of disguise Mr. Shark, Grammy winner Anthony Ramos as Mr. Piranha and Emmy winner Awkwafina as hacker Ms. Tarantula, aka “Webs.”
The returning voice cast is joined by a new trio of comedic powerhouses as The Bad Girls: Oscar® nominee Danielle Brooks (The Color Purple) as Bad Girls leader Kitty Kat, a dangerously clever snow leopard; Oscar® nominee Maria Bakalova (Borat Subsequent Movie Film) as Pigtail, a brilliant Bulgarian wild boar engineer; and Emmy nominee and comedy icon Natasha Lyonne (Russian Doll, Poker Face) as Doom, a wry raven with a knack for deception.
From celebrated returning director Pierre Perifel and producer Damon Ross, The Bad Guys 2 also features the alumni voice talents of Emmy nominee Zazie Beetz as Governor Diane Foxington, BAFTA winner Richard Ayoade as Professor Marmalade, Emmy winner Alex Borstein as Police Chief (now Commissioner) Misty Luggins and Lilly Singh as sensationalist reporter Tiffany Fluffit.
The Bad Guys 2 is co-directed by JP Sans, who served as head of character animation on the first film.
Get the Track Here: https://backlotmusic.ffm.to/goodlife
For more information, please contact:
Nikki Walsh, Back Lot Music
(818) 777-9151 | Nikki.Walsh@nbcuni.com