Overview
"Raise Your Glass" is a high-energy pop-rock single recorded by Pink. Released in October 2010 as the lead single from her compilation album Greatest Hits... So Far!!!, the song was positioned as a celebration of Pink's first decade in the music industry and a thank-you to long-time supporters.
Composition and themes
The track was co-written by Pink with producers and songwriters commonly associated with contemporary pop — including Max Martin and Shellback — and features a driving beat, singalong chorus and sharply phrased verses. Lyrically it functions as an anthem for underdogs, misfits and anyone who has felt overlooked, urging listeners to toast their resilience rather than apologize. Musically it blends pop hooks with rock attitude, which helped it crossover to mainstream radio and club playlists.
Release, reception and impact
Critics generally described the single as a spirited party anthem with a celebratory tone. Commercially, it performed strongly around the world: it reached the Top 10 in multiple countries and climbed to number one in the United States, becoming one of Pink's most recognizable hits and her second solo chart-topping single following "So What". The song enjoyed substantial radio airplay and became a staple of Pink's live shows, appreciated for its crowd‑pleasing chorus and upbeat message.
Notable facts
- Released as the lead single from a greatest-hits compilation, marking a career milestone.
- Co-written and produced by high-profile hitmakers; blends pop and rock elements.
- Celebrated by fans for its inclusive, celebratory lyrics and singable hook.
Over time the single has remained part of Pink's public identity as an artist who balances commercial pop sensibility with outspoken, defiant themes. It illustrates how a concise, anthemic song can function both as mainstream entertainment and as a rallying cry for listeners who identify with its message.