"9 Lives" is a song recorded by Romanian recording artist Alexandra Stan for her third studio album, Alesta (2016). It was made available for digital download on 13 January 2017 through Roton and Global Records as the record's sixth single, featuring collaborative vocals delivered by Bulgarian reggae performer Jahmmi. "9 Lives" was written by Sebastian Arman, Borislav Milanov, Joacim Persson, Jahmmi Youth and Alex Zaidec, while the production process was handled by Arman and Persson. A pop, reggae, dancehall and dance recording, its optimistic lyrics discuss motivational themes.

An accompanying music video was shot by Criss Blaziny and was released onto the singer's YouTube channel on 12 February 2017. It was filmed in the singer's native Constanța at a seaport and a parkland she used to visit in her youth, and sees her with a black wig walking through her surroundings. Music critics were positive towards the single, acclaiming Jahmmi's contribution and labelling "9 Lives" as catchy and a highlight on Alesta. One reviewer compared the single's title to Stan's 2013 court case and the myth that cats have nine lives.

"9 Lives" features collaborative rap vocals from Bulgarian reggae performer Jahmmi—who received recognition after his appearance on Bulgarian talent show Music Idol—and serves as the sixth single for Stan's third studio album Alesta (2016), which she promoted with a tour throughout Asia in 2016. During an interview, Stan revealed that the recording was initially planned to be released in December 2016, but was finally premiered after "months and months of teasers" in early January 2017 due to "the holidays and everything".

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