Hollywood
Marina and the Diamonds
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American queen is the American dream American queen is the American dream She is a Polish girl in America Tall, tanned hot blonde called Anya I asked her 'Why would you wanna be a Hollywood wife?' 'Because I don't want to end up living in a dive on Vine' I'll do anything for a dime Looking for the golden lie Hollywood infected your brain You wanted kissing in the rain Oh oh, Living in a movie scene Puking American dreams Oh oh, I'm obsessed with the mess that's America I'm obsessed with the mess that's America I fight security making plays for me As soon as I touch down in old LA, he said, Oh my god, you look just like Shakira No no, you're Catherine Zeta Actually, my name's Marina Your mind is just like mine All filled up with things benign You're looking for the golden lie Hollywood infected your brain You wanted kissing in the rain Oh oh, I've been living in a movie scene Puking American dreams Oh oh, I'm obsessed with the mess that's America I'm obsessed with the mess that's America American dream is the American queen American queen is the American dream Is the American dream Hollywood infected your brain You wanted kissing in the rain Oh oh, I'm living in a movie scene Puking American dreams Hollywood infected your brain You wanna kissing in the rain Oh oh, I'm living in a movie scene Puking American dreams Oh oh, I'm obsessed with the mess that's America I'm obsessed with the mess that's America
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Written by: Marina Lambrini Diamandis
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Songwriter and Performer"Hollywood" was written and performed by Marina Diamandis, who goes by the stage name Marina and the Diamonds. She is a British singer, songwriter, and producer.
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Album and ReleaseThe song was released in 2010 as a part of her debut studio album, "The Family Jewels."
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "Hollywood" peaked at number 12 on the UK Singles Chart, marking it as one of Marina's highest charting songs in the UK.
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Song ThemeThe song carries a love-hate relationship theme with Hollywood and the glamour it promises. It juxtaposes the beauty and illusion of Hollywood with a more honest portrayal of American culture.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received generally positive reviews from music critics, particularly for its catchy chorus and unique sense of style.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song was directed by Rankin & Chris Cottam. In the video, Marina portrays both a cynical observer of Hollywood culture and an eager participant, highlighting the song's conflicting themes.
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InstrumentsThe song is recognized for its use of the harpsichord and the guitar, aside from the piano, creating a unique musical blend that defines Marina's style.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song are sarcastic yet insightful, criticizing the superficial nature of Hollywood while also acknowledging its allure.
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InspirationsMarina has stated in interviews that the song was inspired by her personal experiences and observations during her first trip to Los Angeles.
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Song’s PopularityEven though the song isn't Marina's biggest commercial success, it's still recognized as one of the signature tracks of her career. It effectively showcases her unique voice, skillful songwriting, and distinctive alternative-pop style.
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Live PerformancesMarina has performed "Hollywood" on numerous television shows and music festivals around the world, including the BBC's Later... with Jools Holland and the Glastonbury Festival.
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