Miss World

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About Miss World

"Miss World" is a song by American alternative rock band Hole, written by frontwoman Courtney Love and lead guitarist Eric Erlandson. The song was released as the band's fifth single and the first from their second studio album, Live Through This, in March 1994. The single was released in the United States on Tim/Kerr records, an independent label in Portland, Oregon, on a 7" Pink vinyl, as well as a limited edition picture disc pressing paired with the band's cover of "Over the Edge" by the Wipers. City Slang released CD and vinyl versions of the single in Europe, both with "Rock Star" (Alternate Mix) as a B-side. A music video for the song was directed by Sophie Muller in March 1994 and released in promotion with the single. 


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I am the girl you know, can't look you in the eye
I am the girl you know, so sick I cannot try
And I am the one you want, can't look you in the eye
I am the girl, you know I lie, I lie and lie

I'm miss world, somebody kill me
Kill me pills
No one cares, my friends
My friend

I'm miss world, watch me break and watch me burn
No one is listening, my friend
Now I've made my bed, I'll lie in it
I've made my bed, I'll die in it
I've made my bed, I'll lie in it
I've made my bed, I'll die in it

Cute girls watch when I eat ether
Suck me under
Maybe forever, my friend

Now I've made my bed, I'll lie in it
I've made my bed, I'll die in it
I've made my bed, I'll cry in it
I've made my bed, I'll lie in it
I've made my bed, I'll lie in it
I've made my bed, I'll lie in it
I've made my bed, I'll lie in it
I've made my bed, I'll lie in it, my friend
I am the girl you know, can't look you in the eye

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Hole

Hole is an American alternative rock band that originally formed in Los Angeles in 1989. The band is fronted by singer-songwriter Courtney Love (vocals, rhythm guitar), who co-founded Hole with lead guitarist Eric Erlandson. Hole achieved considerable commercial and critical success throughout the 1990s, initially releasing singles through independent labels in L.A. and debuting with their caustic noise rock-influenced Pretty on the Inside (1991), and later gaining critical acclaim with their 1994 album Live Through This. more »

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Written by: ERIC T ERLANDSON, COURTNEY M. LOVE

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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15 facts about this song

Song Release
"Miss World" is a song by the American alternative rock band, Hole, released on their second studio album "Live Through This" in 1994.
Chart Rank
The song became Hole's first charted single, reaching number 64 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the US.
Song Author
The song was written by the band's frontwoman, Courtney Love, and lead guitarist, Eric Erlandson.
Lyrics Source
The lyrics come from Courtney Love's life experiences like her stints in reform school and juvenile hall.
Feminism Element
The song is often seen as a feminist anthem with lyrics like "I am the girl you know, can't look you in the eye."
Music Video
The music video for "Miss World" was directed by Sophie Muller, known for working with Gwen Stefani and Coldplay.
Live Performance
The first live performance of the song was at the 1993 Reading Festival in England.
Song Meaning
The song's title, "Miss World", is a metaphor for the beauty standards and societal pressures women face.
Song Creation
The song was created in a few hours, demonstrating Love's ability to create memorable music quickly.
Unique Attributes
"Miss World" stands out with its distinct two-part structure that alternates between minimal verses and explosive, grungy choruses.
Soundtrack Inclusion
The song was included in the 2001 movie "Prozac Nation", starring Christina Ricci.
Review Recognition
Rolling Stone magazine named "Miss World" as one of the 50 greatest grunge songs of all time.
Single Release
The "Miss World" single included a B-side cover of The Velvet Underground's "I'll Be Your Mirror", showcasing Hole's range and musical influences.
Cultural Impact
"Miss World" continues to be recognized for its contribution to the mainstream acceptance of feminist themes in rock music.
Song Continuation
The song was played throughout Hole's career and even during Courtney Love's solo performances after the band's breakup.

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