Treasure

Bruno Mars

About Treasure

"Treasure" is a song by American singer and songwriter Bruno Mars for his second studio album, titled Unorthodox Jukebox (2012). "Treasure" was written by Mars himself along with Philip Lawrence, Ari Levine, and Phredley Brown, while production was handled by Mars, Lawrence and Levine under the name of The Smeezingtons. Due to the similarities shared with Breakbot's "Baby I'm Yours," new writing credits were added. The song was selected as the third single by Atlantic Records and was released to mainstream radio in Italy on May 10, 2013. The single became Mars' seventh top ten hit in the United States since his career as an artist began in 2010. It has also reached the top-ten in countries like Australia, Canada, France, Israel, and New Zealand. It reached the top of the charts in Libya, Mexico, and South Africa. "Treasure" received media attention for its funk and disco vibe, which a few artists have brought back, comparing it to Michael Jackson's music. The single was certified four-times platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), as the certifications for digital singles include on-demand audio and/or video song streams in addition to downloads and two times platinum by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) and Music Canada (MC). The accompanying music video for the song was shot by Cameron Duddy and Bruno Mars in Las Vegas, Hollywood and premiered on June 14, 2013. The video presents Mars' band, The Hooligans, in a live performance. The single was performed on the Moonshine Jungle Tour (2013-14) and on the 24K Magic World Tour (2017-18). 


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(Baby squirrel you'se a sexy mother fucker)
Give me your, give me your, give me your attention baby (attention baby)
I got to tell you a little something about yourself (self)
You're wonderful, flawless, oh you're a sexy lady (sexy lady)
But you walk around here like you wanna be someone else (else)

(Oh, oh) I know that you don't know it, but you're fine, so fine (fine, so fine)
(Oh, oh) oh girl I'm gonna show you when you're mine, oh mine (mine, oh mine)

Treasure, that is what you are
Honey, you're my golden star
You know you can make my wish come true
If you let me treasure you
If you let me treasure you, oh

Oh oh oh
Pretty girl, pretty girl, pretty girl you should be smiling (you should be smiling)
A girl like you should never look so blue (blue)
You're everything I see in my dreams
I wouldn't say that to you if it wasn't true (true)

(Oh, oh) I know that you don't know it, but you're fine, so fine (fine, so fine)
(Oh, oh) oh girl I'm gonna show you when you're mine, oh mine (mine, oh mine)

Treasure, that is what you are
Honey, you're my golden star
You know you can make my wish come true
If you let me treasure you
If you let me treasure

Oh oh oh
You are my treasure, you are my treasure
You are my treasure, yeah, you you you, you are
You are my treasure, you are my treasure
You are my treasure, yeah, you you you, you are

Treasure, that is what you are (you are my treasure)
Honey you're my golden star (you are my treasure)
You know you can make my wish come true (you are my treasure)
If you let me treasure you (you are my treasure)
If you let me treasure you (you are my treasure)
Oh oh oh

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Bruno Mars

Peter Gene Hernández (born October 8, 1985), better known by his stage name Bruno Mars, is an American singer-songwriter and record producer. Raised in Honolulu, Hawaii by a family of musicians, Mars began making music at a young age. He performed in various musical venues in his hometown throughout his childhood. He graduated from high school and then moved to Los Angeles, California to pursue a musical career. Mars produced songs for other artists, joining production team The Smeezingtons. more »

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Written by: Philip Lawrence, Ari Levine, Frederick L Brown, Peter Gene Hernandez, Thibaut Berland, Christopher Irfane Khan

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Creation Process
Bruno Mars co-wrote "Treasure" with Philip Lawrence, Ari Levine, and Phredley Brown. Together, they form part of the production team 'The Smeezingtons'.
Album Placement
The song is featured on Bruno Mars' second studio album "Unorthodox Jukebox," which was released in 2012.
Musical Style
"Treasure" is a funk song with a 1980s influence. It is considered a throwback to the uptempo funk tracks of popular bands such as Earth, Wind & Fire and The Jackson 5.
Chart Performance
This song was a commercial success, reaching the top 10 in several countries, including the US, UK, Canada, and Australia.
Critical Acclaim
Music critics praised "Treasure" for its funky sound and compared it to the work of American musician Michael Jackson.
Award Recognition
The song was nominated for Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical at the 56th Grammy Awards, for the remix by French DJ Audien.
Music Video
The music video for "Treasure" has a vintage aesthetic, drawing inspiration from the disco era. It was directed by Cameron Duddy and Bruno Mars himself.
Live Performances
"Treasure" was performed live at multiple events, including the 2013 Billboard Music Awards and during Mars’ Moonshine Jungle Tour.
Sales Achievement
As of 2018, "Treasure" has sold over 3.5 million copies in the United States alone, receiving a triple Platinum certification by the RIAA.
Song's Message
According to Mars, "Treasure" is a song about someone who appreciates the beauty of their partner and who thinks of them as a treasured possession.
Reception
The song was popular with the audience, and it was appreciated because it is a fun, catchy, and danceable track.

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