[1] The single sold over two million copies in the US and was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

[2] "Let It Go" was written and produced by rapper Missy Elliott and originally intended for singer Fantasia Barrino's self-titled second album (2007).

[4] After Elliott played the song to Cole she decided she wanted to record it for her sophomore album.

"[4] Rapper 50 Cent disclosed in an interview with radio station Hot 97 that "Let It Go" was also offered to R&B singer Olivia who picked "Cherry Pop", another track written by Elliotinstead.

[3] Another remix featuring rapper Busta Rhymes and extended verses by Lil' Kim leaked in 2011.

[6] An extended version of the song that runs for 5 minutes and 15 seconds which has Lil Kim's full verse was released on the single.

"[7] Filming took place at the Manhattan nightspots Guesthouse and Home in New York City on June 22, 2007.

[5][7] Rappers Angie Martinez and Fat Joe make cameo appearances in the video.