Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites
Skrillex
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Look at this I'm a coward too You don't need to hide, my friend For I'm just like you Yes, oh my god Look at this I'm a coward too You don't need to hide, my friend For I'm just like you Yes, oh my god
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Written by: Sonny Moore, Anton Zaslavski
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11 facts about this song
Musical Style"Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites" encapsulates Skrillex's distinctive style with elements of dubstep, electro house, and electronic dance music genres.
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ReleaseThe song was first released as the lead single from Skrillex's second EP of the same name in October 2010 through Big Beat Records and mau5trap recordings.
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Title InspirationThe name of the song and the EP was derived from David Bowie's 1980 album "Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps)." Skrillex, whose real name is Sonny Moore, has professed to being a big fan of Bowie.
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Vocal SampleThe song incorporates samples, particular the phrase "Yes, oh my god!" from a YouTube video of cup stacking from speed stacker Rachel Nedrow.
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Grammy Award"Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites" won the 54th Grammy Awards for Best Dance Recording in 2012; this was Skrillex's first Grammy win.
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Commercial SuccessAs of September 2012, the song has sold over 2 million copies in the United States, earning a double platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America.
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Mosquito ResearchA group of scientists discovered that the song has an effect on mosquitoes. The female Aedes aegypti mosquito, which spreads dengue fever, was reportedly less likely to bite or reproduce when exposed to the song.
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Sound CreationSkrillex has revealed that he used the digital audio workstation, Ableton Live, to create the song.
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Pop Culture ImpactThe song has appeared in popular culture numerous times, being featured in films such as "Spring Breakers" and in soundtracks for video games like "MLB: The Show."
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RemixesThe song has been remixed by several artists and producers, including Noisia, Phonat, and Kaskade, extending its influence and popularity in electronic music.
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Music VideoThe song's official music video, released in February 2011, gained popularity for its combination of abstract imagery and intense animation.
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