Grass Is Green
Nelly Furtado
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Oh, I once had something Something that was so good Better than the last thing I touched Then turned right around on that something And figured I didn't like that much Oh yeah, the grass is green But can you tell me, can you feel it, I want to feel it Oh yeah, the grass is green But I think I stained my jeans and now everybody knows thah I been in it I am a believer But as I was standing In line, somebody took my place Yes, I'm a believer, never mind what they say I got so tired along the way Oh yeah, the grass is green But can you tell me, can you feel it, I just want to feel it Oh yeah, the grass is green But I think I stained my jeans and now everybody knows thah I been in it I've got a skeleton that's deeper than any closet And a bomb that I will drop on it But you opened up to me 'Til I could only see the beauty in your dishonesty Oh yeah, the grass is green But can you tell me, can you feel it, you just want to feel it Oh yeah the grass is green But it think I stained my jeans and now, baby, you can tell that I been in it Oh yeah, the grass is green but it's not what it seems cause when you think You want it you just need it Forget just what you need The clock is ticking and this life is a train, man, I think you're on it But it's what you wanted, and what you needed It's what you wanted, and what you needed Or is it what I needed and what you wanted
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Written by: MICHAEL A. ELIZONDO, NELLY KIM FURTADO
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11 facts about this song
Release"Grass Is Green" is a song from Nelly Furtado's second studio album, "Folklore," which was released on November 23, 2003.
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GenreThis song, just like most on the album, is categorized as a mixture of pop, folk, and world music, showcasing Furtado's diverse musical influences.
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Lyricist and ComposerNelly Furtado herself wrote the lyrics of "Grass Is Green", and it was also composed by Nelly Furtado along with Mike Elizondo.
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Album ImpactNelly Furtado's album "Folklore", where "Grass Is Green" is included, reached the top of the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart, indicating its popularity among music enthusiasts.
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Song LengthThe duration of the song "Grass Is Green" is around three minutes and fifty-five seconds.
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ProductionThe song was produced by Track & Field, a production team from Nelly's hometown of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Mike 'Angus' Elizondo also co-produced the song.
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ThemeThe lyrics of "Grass Is Green" addresses the common human tendency to compare oneself to others and desire what they have, reminding listeners that everyone has different paths and struggles.
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SoundThe song is known for its catchy melody and her harmonizing vocals. It has a unique blend of folk-style guitar strumming and hip-hop influenced beats.
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InspirationNelly Furtado noted in interviews that much of "Folklore" was inspired by her Portuguese heritage and her upbringing in a working-class immigrant community in Canada, offering a personal context for "Grass Is Green".
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Music VideoNo official music video was made for "Grass Is Green". However, Nelly performed this song on various music platforms, providing live interpretations of the song.
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Critical ReceptionWhile "Folklore" did not achieve the same level of commercial success as her debut album "Whoa, Nelly!", it was noted for its mature and introspective themes. Critics praised "Grass Is Green" for its engaging mix of pop and folk elements, heartfelt lyrics, and Nelly's vocal performance.
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