The track is notable for its melodic foundation, sampling the 2015 song "Landslide" by British indie-pop duo Oh Wonder. The remix adds Minaj’s signature stylistic flair, bookending Uzi’s verses with a boastful opening rap and a more vulnerable, melodic outro. Lyrical Themes and Meaning
Critical reception was mixed but generally intrigued by the pairing. Some critics felt Minaj’s combative energy created a "symbolic dissonance" with Uzi’s sensitive tone. Others praised the synergy, viewing Minaj as a stabilizer who completed the track’s melodic appeal with a traditional rap verse. The music video, directed by DAPS and released in December 2017, further emphasized this contrast, featuring Minaj in a luxury cabin while Uzi remained bound to a tree in a dark forest. Lil Uzi Vert - The Way Life Goes Remix (Feat. Nicki Minaj)
Watch the official music video for 'The Way Life Goes Remix' to see the visual contrast between Uzi and Minaj's styles: The track is notable for its melodic foundation,
The core of "The Way Life Goes" is an anthem for those enduring "hard times". Some critics felt Minaj’s combative energy created a