Universal Mind Control
Common, Pharrell Williams
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Aiyo, all they wanna do is dance That's all they wanna do Uh, uh, get it, get, get it (What?) Get, get it (What?) This is that automatic I stay fresh like I'm wrapped in plastic P goes spastic, see galactic South side boy, we Cadillac it Charismatic, Asiatic I hustle for mathematics Cameras, action, changed the status Actor tappin yo' favorite actress Gucci rockin', coochies poppin' Movie watchin', booties droppin' Body movin', showin', provin' Stylin' and bein' fly (C'mon) I touch the masses like a Catholic Expensive rap shit, my future's backlit Interact with the cat who macks and stacks My vernac' attracts, y'all react, so let's go, uh This is that new shit, keep 'em standing in line That Universal Mind Control, now move yo' behind Uh, you know you like it, it's calling yo' name Nigga, this is that new shit and it don't feel the same It's got that dang, da-da-dang, d-dang-a-dang, dang Dang, diggy, dang, d-dang-a-dang, dang Bop, diggy, bop, d-dang, d-dang, diggy, diggy Bop, diggy, bop, d-dang, d-dang, dang Some pop, some lock, some move robotic Like cash money I stay in pocket U.M.C. are-are-are-rock, don't stop it Chicks exotic, mix Hypnotic Superhero role boy, I'm bionic You a fad on some lumma-lumma supersonic Girl, you 'bout it, you can strip like comic And trance to melodic technotronic Beats knockin', seats droppin' Seeds poppin', streets rockin' Freakin', shakin', money makin' Stylin' and bein' fly I'm the one the ladies-ladies chose to Strip and pose to, take off their clothes to Toast to, the one that go coast to coast to Mr. Global, the focal, let's go, uh This is that new shit, keep 'em standing in line That Universal Mind Control, now move yo' behind Uh, you know you like it, it's calling yo' name Nigga, this is that new shit and it don't feel the same It's got that dang da-da-dang, d-dang-a-dang, dang Dang, diggy, dang, d-dang-a-dang, dang Bop, diggy, bop, d-dang, d-dang, diggy, diggy Bop, diggy, bop, d-dang, d-dang, dang Get, get it, get, get it, get, get it I am a renegade I never been afraid Fresh and I'm gettin' paid The future future of this age From the Chi, so I talk this way Twist the hay and the Grand Marnier Rock the fly shit like every day To the top and I'm on my way, let's go, uh This is that new shit, keep 'em standing in line That Universal Mind Control, now move yo' behind Uh, you know you like it, it's calling yo' name Nigga, this is that new shit and it don't feel the same It's got that dang da-da-dang, d-dang-a-dang, dang Dang, diggy, dang, d-dang-a-dang, dang Bop, diggy, bop, d-dang, d-dang, diggy, diggy Bop, diggy, bop, d-dang, d-dang, dang
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Written by: CHAD HUGO, LONNIE RASHID LYNN, PHARRELL L. WILLIAMS
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24 facts about this song
Song Origin"Universal Mind Control" is a song by American rapper, Common, from his eighth studio album of the same name.
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Release DateIt was released formally as a lead single on September 9, 2008.
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CollaborationThe song is a collaborative work of Common with American musician, Pharrell Williams.
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ProductionKnown for their rhythmic beats, The Neptunes, a duo which includes Pharrell, produced the song.
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Music StyleDiffering from his usual style, Common adopted a more electronic and pop-influenced sound for "Universal Mind Control".
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Chart PerformanceThe single peaked at number 62 on the Billboard Hot 100 making it Common’s third entry on the chart.
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Music VideoThe music video directed by Hype Williams came out in November 2008 and depicted Common dancing in different central spots in New York.
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Song ReceptionWhile some fans appreciated the experiment, others believed it drifted too far from Common's traditional lyrical style.
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Album PerformanceThe "Universal Mind Control" album, while not Common's best-seller, was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
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Award NominationThe title track "Universal Mind Control" was nominated for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group at the 52nd Grammy Awards.
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Subject MatterThe song's lyrics discuss appealing to females and having a good time, a departure from the politically themed lyrics of Common's prior works.
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Album ConceptThe original concept of the album focused on the theme of love; however, the project morphed into something different after the title track was created.
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Unique StyleThe song stands out in Common's discography for its futuristic beat and danceable rhythm, setting it apart from his more classic hip-hop numbers.
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Cover ArtThe album cover art for "Universal Mind Control" received attention for its captivating sci-fi aesthetic, corresponding to the more electronic sound of the title track.
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Release and Album Origin"Universal Mind Control" is a track off of Common's eighth studio album, which shares the same title. The album was released in December 2008.
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Unique Musical StyleUnlike many of Common's previous songs, "Universal Mind Control" has a distinct electronic and dance-oriented style, marking a departure from his usual conscious hip hop style.
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CollaborationThe song was produced by the legendary duo--the Neptunes (Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo); Pharrell provided vocals to the track alongside Common.
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Chart Performance"Universal Mind Control" may not have topped the charts but it certainly made a mark. It reached number 62 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming Common's second-highest charting single in the US.
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Music VideoThe music video of the song is notorious for its futuristic and techno-influenced visuals, which match with the song's electronic sound.
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Grammy NominationThe song was nominated for the Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group at the 52nd Grammy Awards in 2010.
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Concept Behind the SongThe song carries the message of freeing your thoughts and allowing the music to take control. This mentality offers a liberating experience for listeners, with Common encouraging audiences to let go of their inhibitions.
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Critical ResponseCritics had mixed to positive responses to the song. Some praised its unique style and the risk Common took with moving away from his usual sound, while others were skeptical of this change.
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Sample Track"Universal Mind Control" samples parts of "Boogie Down" by Man Parrish.
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Usage in MediaThe song was used in TV advertisements for ABC's television series A Million Little Things.
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