Acapella

Karmin

About Acapella

"Acapella" is a song by American music duo Karmin. It was released on July 9, 2013 by Epic Records as the lead single from their debut studio album, Pulses (2014). The single was written by group members Amy Heidemann and Nick Noonan, as well as Sam Hollander and Boys Like Girls frontman, Martin Johnson, who produced the single.


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2013
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Used to be your baby, used to be your lady
Thought you were the perfect lover
All the harmony went fallin' out of key, so
Now you gotta find another
Now you're talkin' crazy, sayin' that you made me
Like I was your Cinderella
You and me are through though, watch me hit it solo
I'mma do it acapella, yeah
I'mma do it acapella, yeah

Once upon a time, I met the perfect guy
He had that Colgate smile, he had that suit & tie
Mama always said "get a rich boyfriend,
You don't gotta love 'em, girl, you can pretend"
You bet I totes believed her, yeah, every word she said
Thought he was gluten-free, but all that I got was bread
Mama always said "nice guys finish last,
Beat him at his own game, honey, take the cash"

Ooh, and what a lucky girl you will be
But no, he didn't do jack for me
I want a bean with the beanstalk
And if the magic ain't right, time to walk

Used to be your baby, used to be your lady
Thought you were the perfect lover
All the harmony went fallin' out of key, so
Now you gotta find another
Now you're talkin' crazy sayin' that you made me
Like I was your Cinderella
You and me are through though, watch me hit it solo
I'mma do it acapella, yeah
Whoa-oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
I'mma do it acapella, yeah

Out on our first date, he took me gourmet
We hit that Olive Garden, my Little Italy
Daddy always said "let the gentleman pay,
Never ever go Dutch at the buffet"
I saw his bad intention, he didn't wanna talk
He put the saucy on it (Oops!) time to check my watch
Daddy always said "money can't buy class,
You don't wanna get stuck takin' out trash"

Ooh, and yeah I guess it wasn't meant to be
Because he didn't do jack for me
I want a bean with the beanstalk
And if the magic ain't right, time to walk

Used to be your baby, used to be your lady
Thought you were the perfect lover
All the harmony went fallin' out of key, so
Now you gotta find another
Now you're talkin' crazy sayin' that you made me
Like I was your Cinderella
You and me are through though, watch me hit it solo
I'mma do it acapella

Whoa-oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
I'mma do it acapella
Whoa-oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Watch me do it in falsetta
Whoa-oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh
Never mind, bring the beat back

Used to be your baby, used to be your lady
Thought you were the perfect lover
All the harmony went fallin' out of key, so
Now you gotta find another
Now you're talkin' crazy sayin' that you made me
Like I was your Cinderella
You and me are through though, watch me hit it solo
I'mma do it acapella
Whoa-oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
I'mma do it acapella, yeah

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Karmin

Karmin is an American pop duo consisting of engaged couple Amy Heidemann (born April 29, 1986) and Nick Louis Noonan (born April 27, 1986). They are best known for their song "Brokenhearted," which reached the top 20 in the United States, and the top 10 in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. They were known previously for their covers, including Chris Brown's "Look at Me Now" and Nicki Minaj's "Super Bass." Their original song "Take It Away" was used in promos for the 2011 NBA Finals. more »

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Written by: MARTIN JOHNSON

Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group

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15 facts about this song

Historical Background
"Acapella" is a song by American duo "Karmin", released as the lead single from their debut studio album, "Pulses" (2014).
Origin and Writing
The band members Amy Heidemann and Nick Noonan co-wrote the song with Sam Hollander, Martin Johnson, and Boys Like Girls.
Release Date
The song was officially released on July 9, 2013.
Music Genre
"Acapella" is primarily a pop and dance song, and it also features a mix of hip hop and R&B.
Chart Performance
The song was successful on the charts; it reached number 72 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 9 on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs chart. It also peaked at number 4 on the Australian Singles Chart.
Song Inspiration
"Acapella" was inspired by the duo's experiences in the music industry, it serves as a commentary for their journey from unknown indie artists to major label signees.
Music Video
The music video for "Acapella" was directed by Matt Stawski and released on July 13, 2013. It is a playful and colorful video that integrates various visual styles including 1950s-inspired sets.
Artistic Style
The song showcases the diverse vocal talents of the group, with high-energy rapping, beatboxing, and layered harmonies.
Song Visuals
Striking visual aspects of the song’s video include bold color schemes, a dance sequence, and a vintage car theme.
Sample
"Acapella" contains a sample of Mary O'Hara's "Oro Mo Bhaidin".
Popular Reception
The song received mostly positive reviews from music critics. They appreciated its catchy hooks and overall fun vibe.
Awards and Recognitions
"Acapella" was nominated for the Best Song to Lip Sync and Best New Song awards at the 2013 PopCrush Homecoming Awards.
Live Performances
The song was performed by Karmin at several live venues including on the late-night talk show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!".
Promotion
To support the track, Karmin launched a campaign named "Acapella Dish", where fans had the chance to win Karmin merchandise by submitting dance videos of the song.
Significance
"Acapella" marked a departure from Karmin's earlier style and illustrated the duo's evolution from YouTube sensations to professional musicians.

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