Girlfriend

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About Girlfriend

"Girlfriend" is a song by English rock band Wings, from their 1978 album London Town. It was written by Wings frontman Paul McCartney, who originally intended it to be sung by Michael Jackson. Jackson covered the song the following year on his 1979 album Off the Wall, and in 1980 it was released (in the UK only) as the 5th and final single of that album.


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2004
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Girlfriend
I'm gonna tell your boyfriend (yeah)
Tell him (woo hoo)
Exactly what we're doin' (yeah)
Tell him what you do to me
Late at night when the wind is free 

Girlfriend
I'm gonna show your boyfriend (yeah)
Show him (woo hoo)
The letters I've been savin' (yeah)
Show him how you feel inside
An' how love could not be denied (oh no)

We're gonna have to tell him
You'll only be a girlfriend of mine
Do-doot-do

We're gonna have to tell him
You'll only be a girlfriend of mine

Girlfriend
You better tell your boyfriend (yeah)
Tell him (woo hoo)
Exactly what we're doin' (yeah)
Tell him what he needs to know
Or he may never let you go 

We're gonna have to tell him
You'll only be a girlfriend of mine
Do-doot-do

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Michael Jackson

Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American recording artist also he is the most famous recording artist worldwide, entertainer and businessman. Often referred to as the King of Pop, King of Pop, Rock and Soul, or by his initials MJ, Jackson is recognized as the most successful entertainer of all time by Guinness World Records. His contributions to music, dance, and fashion, along with a much-publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture for over four decades. The eighth child of the Jackson family, he debuted on the professional music scene along with his brothers as a member of The Jackson 5 in 1964, and began his solo career in 1971. He has donated a total of 500 Million dollars to charities and has sold… more »

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Written by: Paul James McCartney

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10 facts about this song

Album
"Girlfriend" is from the album "Off The Wall", Michael Jackson's fifth solo studio album which was released in 1979.
Songwriter
The song was not written by Michael Jackson himself but was the work of Sir Paul McCartney, a member of the legendary Beatles.
Performance
It was the first song that McCartney wrote specifically for another artist to record.
McCartney's Version
Before being recorded by Michael Jackson, Paul McCartney himself recorded a version of the song with his band "Wings" for their 1978 album 'London Town' - McCartney’s version was released a year before Jackson's.
Pop Style
The song is a pop ballad with elements of R&B, showing a softer, more personal side of Michael Jackson's artistry.
Album Sales
"Off The Wall" is certified 8 times platinum in the US alone, and it's estimated to have sold over 20 million copies worldwide, thanks in part to songs like "Girlfriend".
Collaboration
"Girlfriend" marked the beginning of a friendship between Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney that would later result in them collaborating on several other songs, including popular hits "Say Say Say" and "The Girl is Mine".
Song Reception
Despite being written by McCartney, "Girlfriend" did not get released as a single and therefore didn't chart. However, it's an underrated deep-cut on "Off The Wall" and considered a hidden gem by many fans.
Rare Live Performances
The song was never performed live by Michael Jackson during his concerts or TV appearances.
Song's Theme
"Girlfriend" talks about a man who is interested in a woman already in a relationship. He tells her that he is a better match for her and that he should be her boyfriend.

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