Not Like the Movies
Katy Perry
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He put it on me, I put it on, Like there was nothing wrong It didn't fit, It wasn't right Wasn't just the size They say you know, When you know I don't know I didn't feel The fairytale feeling, no Am I a stupid girl For even dreaming that I could If it's not like the movies, That's how it should be, yeah When he's the one, I'll come undone, And my world will stop spinning And that's just the beginning, yeah Snow white said when I was young, "One day my prince will come" So I wait for that date They say it's hard to meet your match, Gotta find my better half So we make perfect shapes If stars don't align, If it doesn't stop time, If you can't see the sign, Wait for it One hundred percent, Worth every penny spent He'll be the one that, Finishes your sentences If it's not like the movies, That's how it should be When he's the one, And my world will stop spinning, And that's just the beginning Oh yeah, 'Cause I know you're out there, And your, your looking for me It's a crazy idea that you were made, Perfectly for me, you see Just like the movies That's how it will be Oh but that's how it should be Cinematic and dramatic with the perfect ending Oh it's not like the movies, Oh but that's how it should be When he's the one, You'll come undone, And your world will stop spinning, And it's just the beginning
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Written by: KATY PERRY, GREG WELLS
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Artist"Not Like the Movies" is a song by renowned American singer, songwriter, and actor Katy Perry.
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AlbumThe song is part of Katy Perry's third studio album titled "Teenage Dream". Considered a fan-favorite, this album was released in 2010.
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Genre"Not Like the Movies" falls into the pop, and soul-pop genre. Its soulful melody and heartfelt lyrics demonstrate Perry's ability to seamlessly transition between genres.
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SongwritingInterestingly, Katy Perry co-wrote this song with Greg Wells. Wells is a Canadian musician, songwriter, and record producer who has worked with numerous high-profile artists, including Adele and Celine Dion.
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Instrumental CompositionThe song is dominated by piano chords, enhancing the emotional depth of the lyrics.
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Lyrics"Not Like the Movies" has been described as a melancholic love song in which Katy Perry ponders the concept of true love, comparing real-life romances to those depicted in movies.
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First PerformanceKaty Perry first performed "Not Like the Movies" at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards in 2011, the performance was embellished with never-before-seen home footage from her wedding to British comedian Russell Brand.
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Commercial PerformanceThe song peaked at number 53 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of Perry's less commercially successful songs, but still loved by many fans for its emotional depth and lyrical relatability.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Not Like the Movies" is distinct, featuring hand-drawn animations to illustrate the lyrics of the song.
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RecognitionDespite its relatively low chart performance, "Not Like the Movies" received positive reviews from music critics. They praised Perry's vocal performance, the compelling songwriting, and the emotional profundity of the track.
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Autobiographical ElementsMany fans and critics interpreted the song as a reflection of Katy Perry's own experience in relationships, specifically her relationship with her then-husband Russell Brand.
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Release Date"Not Like the Movies" was initially released as a promotional single on August 3, 2010, and was later included in the album "Teenage Dream" released on August 24, 2010.
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