The Emperor's New Clothes
Sinéad O'Connor
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16 facts about this song
Release Details"The Emperor's New Clothes" is a song by the Irish artist Sinéad O'Connor from her 1990 album "I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got."
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Chart PerformanceThe song topped the US Modern Rock Tracks chart and reached number five on the UK Singles chart.
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LyricsThe lyrics to the song were written by Sinéad O'Connor herself.
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ThemeThe song carries themes of introspection, personal growth and self-empowerment.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features O'Connor, bald-headed, in a range of indoor and outdoor spaces, highlighting her distinctive image.
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Album PerformanceThe album containing this song, "I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got," was a critical and commercial success reaching number one in her native Ireland, UK, and the US.
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Notable RecognitionThe song was included in the album which won a Grammy Award for "Best Alternative Music Performance."
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Subsequent performancesO'Connor has performed the song live on numerous occasions, including during her 1990 world tour.
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Song GenreThe song falls under the alternative rock genre, characteristic of O'Connor's music during early years of her career.
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Personal ExperienceMuch of the album was inspired by O'Connor's troubled relationship with her mother and "The Emperor's New Clothes" reflects on her own personal experiences.
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Metaphor UsageThe song's title is a reference to the classic Hans Christian Andersen tale, "The Emperor's New Clothes," thus utilizing the metaphor to illustrate societal pretensions.
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LegacyO'Connor's exploration of societal and personal issues have made the song a longstanding favorite among fans and critics.
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Live RenditionsO'Connor's raw and emotional live renditions of the song have frequently been praised for their power and intensity.
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Song Duration"The Emperor's New Clothes" runs for approximately 5 minutes and 15 seconds.
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Music CompositionThe track uses a tempo of 104 beats per minute, carrying a strong beat through the entirety of the song.
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Producers"The Emperor's New Clothes" was produced by Sinéad O'Connor and Nellee Hooper.
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