Girl Is Mine
Michael Jackson, Paul McCartney
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Every night she walks right in my dreams Since I met her from the start I'm so proud I am the only one Who is special in her heart The girl is mine The doggone girl is mine I know she's mine Because the doggone girl is mine I don't understand the way you think Saying that she's yours not mine Sending roses and your silly dreams Really just a waste of time Because she's mine The doggone girl is mine Don't waste your time Because the doggone girl is mine I love you more than he (take you anywhere) But I love you endlessly (loving we will share) So come and go with me To one town But we both cannot have her So it's one or the other And one day you'll discover That she's my girl forever and ever I don't build your hopes to be let down 'Cause I really feel it's time I know she'll tell you I'm the one for her 'Cause she said I blow her mind The girl is mine The doggone girl is mine Don't waste your time Because the doggone girl is mine She's mine, she's mine No, no, no, she's mine The girl is mine, the girl is mine The girl is mine, the girl is mine The girl is mine, (yep) she's mine The girl is mine, (yep) she's mine Don't waste your time Because the doggone girl is mine The girl is mine, the girl is mine Michael, we're not going to fight about this, okay Paul, I think I told you, I'm a lover not a fighter I've heard it all before, Michael, she told me that I'm her forever lover, You know, don't you remember Well, after loving me, she said she couldn't love another Is that what she said Yes, she said it, you keep dreaming I don't believe it The girl is mine (mine, mine, mine)
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Written by: Michael Joe Jackson
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10 facts about this song
Collaboration"The Girl Is Mine" is a duet performed by Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney. It demonstrates the successful fusion of two major music talents of the time.
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Lead SingleThis song was the lead single from Michael Jackson's record-breaking album, "Thriller."
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Song Theme"The Girl Is Mine" revolves around the theme of two friends arguing about a girl, each claiming that she belongs to them, reflecting a playful, romantic rivalry.
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Chart PerformanceDespite receiving a mixed critical reception initially, the song proved to be a commercial hit and peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the R&B charts.
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Song CompositionThe easy-going rhythm and harmony of "The Girl Is Mine" depart from the heavier beats and serious undertones of other songs on the "Thriller" album. Jackson reportedly wrote this song while watching cartoons.
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Recording ProcessThe recording process of "The Girl Is Mine" was more complicated than usual. While McCartney was in England, Jackson was in Los Angeles; nevertheless, the production team managed to make arrangements for a smooth collaboration.
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Response to CriticsJackson defended "The Girl Is Mine" in the face of criticism by explaining that he wanted to make an album that had universal appeal, with songs for every type of listener.
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CertificationsDespite the initial backlash from critics, the "The Girl Is Mine" received a Gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
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Social Impact"The Girl Is Mine" served as an early indicator of Michael Jackson's shift towards a more pop-oriented sound, which would later drastically influence the landscape of popular music.
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Album Success"The Girl Is Mine" played a significant role in "Thriller" becoming the best-selling album in history, with around 66 million copies sold worldwide.
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