4th of July (Fireworks)

Kelis

About 4th of July (Fireworks)

"4th of July (Fireworks)" is the second single from Kelis' fifth studio album, Flesh Tone. It samples "You're My Heart (Pilotpriest Remix)" by Lioness. The song was listed at number 51 on the list of the NME Best Tracks of 2010. Three different art works have been made for the single, one for the CD single and digital EP releases in the United Kingdom, the digital remixes single in the United States and the international single.


Year:
2010
5:39
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Didn't think I needed you
Never seemed to
Now I'm living proof
And now I'm brand new
Rename me
Baby, you can claim me
I've been changed, see
You make me over
You make me over
Didn't think I needed you
Never seemed to
Now I'm living proof (living proof)

Nothing I'll ever say or do
Will be as good as loving you
Nothing I'll ever say or do
Will be as good as loving you
Nothing I'll ever say or do
Will be as good as loving you
Nothing I'll ever say or do
Will be as good as loving you

You make me high 
You make me high 
You make me high 
You make me high 
You make me high (and I don't wanna come down)
You make me high (and I don't wanna come down) 
You make me high (and I don't wanna come down) 
You make me high (and I don't wanna come down) 

Didn't think I needed you
Never seemed to
Now I'm living proof
And now I'm brand new
Rename me
Baby, you can claim me
I've been changed, see
You make me over
You make me over
Didn't think I needed you
Never seemed to
Now I'm living proof (living proof)

Nothing I'll ever say or do
Will be as good as loving you
Nothing I'll ever say or do
Will be as good as loving you
Nothing I'll ever say or do
Will be as good as loving you
Nothing I'll ever say or do
Will be as good as loving you

You make me high 
You make me high 
You make me high 
You make me high 
You make me high (and I don't wanna come down)
You make me high (and I don't wanna come down) 
You make me high (and I don't wanna come down) 
You make me high (and I don't wanna come down)
You make me

Just like the sky
Like the fourth of July
Just like the sky
Like the fourth of July
Just like the sky
Like the fourth of July
Just like the sky
Like the fourth of July

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Kelis

Kelis Rogers ( /kəˈliːs/; born August 21, 1979), better known mononymously as Kelis, is an American singer-songwriter and certified chef. She has won Brit Awards, Q Awards, and NME Awards, and was nominated for two Grammy Awards. Outside her native United States, she has had nine top ten singles in the United Kingdom alone. Kelis appeared on Moby's Area One Tour, supported U2 on the European leg of their Elevation Tour, Britney Spears' The Onyx Hotel Tour and headlined her own All Hearts Tour with Robyn. more »

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Written by: ANTHONY SCOTT BURNS, VANESSA FISCHER, KELIS JONES - ROGERS, JEAN BAPTISTE KOUAME, DAMIEN LEROY, RONALD MORRIS, JAMIE MUNSON, JEFFREY MATTHEW SCHEVEN

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Song Details
"4th of July (Fireworks)" is a song by American singer Kelis from her fifth studio album, "Flesh Tone". It was released in 2010 as the album's second single.
Genre and Style
The song diverged from Kelis' usual R&B genre and instead leaned into dance-pop and electronica. It features upbeat synthesized backgrounds, reflecting the general vibe of the "Flesh Tone" album.
Chart Performance
"4th of July (Fireworks)" charted in several countries around the world. It reached number 7 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of her Top 10 hits in the UK.
Music Video Details
The music video for the song was directed by Rankin and co-directed by Nicole Ehrlich. It involves various outdoor scenes, including Kelis dancing in the desert and in a lush field, emphasizing a connection with nature.
Song Meaning
"4th of July (Fireworks)" is about freedom and independence. The lyrics visualize Kelis's emotions and proclaim freedom through a metaphor of fireworks.
Production Details
The song was produced by DJ Ammo, who worked with other artists like Pitbull and Shakira. It also includes uncredited vocals from Jean Baptiste.
Critical Reception
The song received positive reviews from critics for its catchiness and upbeat vibe. Pitchfork noted the track's shift away from Kelis' previous music and applauded its anthemic quality.
Popular Usage
"4th of July (Fireworks)" has been used in TV shows and advertisements. Notably, it was featured in an episode of the CW's teen drama, "Gossip Girl".
Live Performances
Kelis has performed "4th of July (Fireworks)" at several music festivals and TV shows, including the Wireless Festival, Lovebox Festival, and Later... with Jools Holland.
Remix versions
A number of remixes of the song have been produced by various DJs and musicians, including Richard X, Calvin Harris and DJ Replay.

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