Marmalade
Macklemore, Lil Yachty
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Can’t nobody get up in my car today Back seat feeling like a charter plane Bumping Silkk Da Shocker Charge It To The Game Paint dripping like I’m whipping marmalade (whoa) Look at the way that I’m shining I don’t be checking the mileage She said how much is that Rollie? I said don’t worry I’m timeless Watching Toy Story 3 that’s a great fucking movie City of Jimi, Kurt, Quincy City of me, Eddie, and Bruce Lee (whoa) King of the road I drive slow like whoa And I just switched over to Geico like whoa Celebrating these life goals But you ain’t getting no ride home I be riding through the town My music loud Windows down yeah you can hear me now I turn it up, I need that bass And my chain so bright can’t see my face I be riding through the town, town, town I be riding through the town, town, town I be riding through the town, town, town I be riding through the town, town, town I be riding through the town All eyes on me now I be riding through Seatown Taking pics when I eat out Girls ask me to freestyle Neighbors hate it when I speed out I ain’t turning these beats down GPS and I reroute Chuck the deuce and I peace out Sunroof tinted, don't need your opinions I be on my business, and you be on Tinder And if I was single, I’d be right there with ya But I’m committed, keep my dick in my britches The women are moving their bodies Sunset through numerous palm trees Followed by the paparazzi But they don’t get into our party Tell the bell hop that I’m sorry We 40 deep in the lobby Travel the world with the posse But soon I’ll be home So call up my momma and tell her to pick up the phone 'Cause I need that homemade lasagna that’s fresh out the stove Grabbing the keys and I’m fresh out the door King of my city whose next on the throne I be riding through the town My music loud Windows down yeah you can hear me now I turn it up, I need that bass And my chain so bright can’t see my face I be riding through the town, town, town I be riding through the town, town, town I be riding through the town, town, town I be riding through the town, town, town When you hear that speaker sound, ound, ound You know who it is, Lil Boat in your town Whoa this beat so happy I will never frown And my hair so nappy it’s gonna be a problem braiding it down Oh no, oh no, we been grinding from the go Jump start, I just bought a new whip, push start Push the coupe down the highway like a go kart All my niggas keep that toaster with them like a Pop Tart Make her moan and she sound just like Mozart Pure art I think they mad because I broke into the game with a crowbar Top the charts, Hip Hop ain’t the same we the new stars Rock stars, look at all my chains call them ice pops Ring pops, let the rain drop on the wrist watch F*ck the cops, and f*ck Donald Trump, bitch it’s Macklemore and Lil Boat Anything else you need to know I be riding through the town My music loud Windows down yeah you can hear me now I turn it up, I need that bass And my chain so bright can’t see my face I be riding through the town, town, town I be riding through the town, town, town I be riding through the town, town, town I be riding through the town, town, town I be riding through the town
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Written by: BEN HAGGERTY, JOSHUA GURALNICK KARP, MILES PARKS MCCOLLUM, TYLER MATTHEW DOPPS, TYLER W. ANDREWS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Artist's History"Marmalade" is a song by Macklemore, an American rapper hailing from Seattle, Washington. He gained massive popularity with his hit singles "Thrift Shop" and "Can't Hold us."
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Song CreationThe song was released on July 26, 2017, as the second single from Macklemore's second solo studio album, "Gemini."
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CollaborationsThe song features guest vocals by American rapper Lil Yachty. The collaboration marked a new direction for Macklemore, venturing into the realms of the newer generations of hip hop.
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Producers"Marmalade" was produced by Budo & Tyler Dopps. Budo is a long-term collaborator with Macklemore, having worked with him since his early career.
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Chart PositionThe song charted within the top 40 in Australia, peaking at number 36 on the ARIA Singles Chart.
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Music VideoMacklemore and Lil Yachty's miniature look-alikes star in the "Marmalade" music video, which was released on August 2, 2017. In the video, the child stars steal Tom Brady’s Super Bowl jersey from a locker room.
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ThemesThe song is largely about keeping a positive outlook and enjoying the good life, even amidst criticism and negativity. Macklemore raps about his struggles with fame and the detractors that come along with success.
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Critic Reception"Marmalade" received mixed reviews from music critics who praised its fun, pop-driven approach but also drew comparisons with Macklemore's previous hit "Thrift Shop."
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StreamingAs of 2021, the song had garnered more than 224 million streams on Spotify.
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Fan ReceptionDespite mixed reviews from critics, "Marmalade" was generally well received by fans, many of whom appreciated its upbeat and catchy vibe.
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SoundThe song is a departure from Macklemore's typical sound, tapping into a more mainstream, catchy, and vibrant hip-hop vibe typical of Lil Yachty's style.
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Pop Culture"Marmalade" was used in popular TV shows like "The Voice" and "Dancing with the Stars," helping it gain additional traction with mainstream audiences.
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