Poison
Nicole Scherzinger
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Got venom dripping from my lips Know who you're about to kiss Think that you can handle it Boy, it's on Just step into the danger zone Shake it if you wanna roll Never bend, just take control, stakes are on So sick, ill-equipped, gonna stick to a stick I don't think that I can stop this Pick it up, let it drop, be my cup, stir it up Oh no, I'll never stop That bad girl power I got, I'll abuse it tonight 'Cause tonight got poison on my mind That power I got You'll be mine when I strive, feel alive Got poison on my mind I got that poison (uh huh), I got that poison (uh huh) I got that poison, that poison on my mind I got that poison (uh huh), I got that poison (uh huh) I got that poison, that poison on my mind So cool out, let her in the scene Cause tonight I need you clean My sexy little dirty scream Yeah, it's on And then I get you in my stream Play it hard to be extreme You're so cool, baby, you're so mean (turn me on, turn me on) So sick, ill-equipped, gonna stick to a stick I don't think that I can stop this Pick it up, let it drop, be my cup, stir it up Oh no, I'll never stop, hey! That bad girl power I got, I'll abuse it tonight 'Cause tonight got poison on my mind That power I got, you'll be mine when I strive, feel alive Got poison on my mind I got that poison (uh huh), I got that poison (uh huh) I got that poison, that poison on my mind I got that poison (uh huh), I got that poison (uh huh) I got that poison, that poison on my mind I got that poison, that poison, that poison That'll make you fall in love with me (Turn me on, turn me on) I got that poison, that poison, that poison That'll make you fall in love with me (Turn me on, turn me on) That bad girl power I got, I'll abuse it tonight Got poison on my mind That power I got, you'll be mine, feel alive Got poison on my mind That bad girl power I got, I'll abuse it tonight Cause tonight got poison on my mind That power I got, you'll be mine when I strive, feel alive Got poison on my mind I got that poison (uh huh), I got that poison (uh huh, uh huh) Got poison on my mind I got that poison (uh huh), I got that poison (uh huh, uh huh) Got poison on my mind
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Written by: NADIR KHAYAT, BILAL HAJJI, ACHRAF JANNUSI, NOVEL JANNUSI, NICOLE SHERZINGER, KINNDA HAMID
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Song Composition"Poison" is a synth-pop and dance-pop single by American recording artist Nicole Scherzinger.
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Release DateThe song was released on October 25, 2010, as her debut solo single after parting ways with her band, The Pussycat Dolls.
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Music Video DirectorThe music video was directed by Joseph Kahn, who has also directed music videos for renowned artists like Britney Spears and Taylor Swift.
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Chart Performance"Poison" peaked at number three on the UK Singles Chart, marking Scherzinger's first top-three entry as a solo artist.
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Record LabelThe song is released under Interscope Records which is also the home for artists such as Lady Gaga, Eminem, and U2.
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Song Writer and ProducerThe song was written and produced by RedOne, a prominent music producer known for his work with Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez and Akon.
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Live PerformanceScherzinger performed "Poison" live during the 7th series of The X Factor UK.
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Music InfluenceThe song has been noted for its club-oriented production and strong beat, designed to show off Scherzinger's vocal range.
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Certifications"Poison" received a Silver certification by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) for selling over 200,000 copies in the UK.
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Critic ReviewsThe song received mixed to positive reviews from music critics, with some praising Scherzinger's vocals and the upbeat rhythm.
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SoundtrackIn 2011, "Poison" was included on the soundtrack of the film "StreetDance 2".
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Music Video AppearanceIn the music video for "Poison," Scherzinger appears in two different personas– a heroine and a villainess, an intriguing aspect loved by many fans.
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