Marilyn Monroe
Pharrell Williams
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Different, oh yeah, yeah This one goes out to all the lovers What can we do? We're helpless romantics We can not help who we're attracted to So let's all dance, and elevate each other Dear diary, it's happenin' again This energy, like I'm 'bout to win I just close my eyes and visions appear She's everything I want, and it's crystal clear Not even Marilyn Monroe Who Cleopatra please Not even Joan of Arc That don't mean nothin' to me I just want a different girl Girl, girl, girl, girl Girl, girl, can't another good boy keep it this thorough Why, why do I have to lie Pretend, make believe or hide her? When I love what I've described But then again, I don't need no adjectives for this girl Dear diary, it's happenin' again This energy, like I'm 'bout to win I just close my eyes and visions appear She's everything I want, and it's crystal clear Not even Marilyn Monroe Who Cleopatra please Not even Joan of Arc That don't mean nothin' to me I just want a different girl Girl, girl, girl, girl Girl, girl, girl, don't girl Girl, girl, girl, girl Girl, girl, can't another good boy keep it this thorough Dear diary, it's happenin' again This energy, like I'm 'bout to win I just close my eyes and visions appear She's everything I want, and it's crystal clear Not even Marilyn Monroe Who Cleopatra please Not even Joan of Arc That don't mean nothin' to me I just want a different girl What's wrong with that? Yeh What's wrong with that? What's wrong with that? In honor of the groove and all who's surrendered to it We say thank you, and we take it back We're so hard, I was so hard that they can't chew Then my lucky star, I guess you came from behind the moon I put my arms around her, and I promise not to abuse you Since now I found you, why the hell would I want to lose you? Dear diary, it's happenin' again This energy, like I'm 'bout to win I just close my eyes and visions appear She's everything I want, and it's crystal clear Not even Marilyn Monroe Who Cleopatra please Not even Joan of Arc That don't mean nothin' to me I just want a different girl Girl, girl, girl, girl Girl, girl, girl, don't girl Girl, girl, girl, girl Girl, girl, can't another good boy keep it this thorough
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Written by: Hans Zimmer, Pharrell Williams, Anne Marie Calhoun, Mike Einzinger
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
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13 facts about this song
Album Association"Marilyn Monroe" is the opening track from Pharrell Williams' second studio album, "G.I.R.L" (2014).
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Released DateThe song was released on April 23, 2014.
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Chart Performance"Marilyn Monroe" reached number 25 on the UK Singles Chart and number 30 on the Australian ARIA chart.
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Song CompositionThe song lasts for around 5 minutes and 51 seconds and is in the key of B minor.
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ProducerPharrell Williams served as the producer of the song "Marilyn Monroe".
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InspirationThe song is titled after American actress Marilyn Monroe, however, it doesn't primarily focus on her. Rather, Williams uses her name to represent the idealized glamour and beauty.
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CollaborationThe song features vocals from British TV personality Kelly Osbourne.
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Music VideoThe music video for this song was directed by Luis Cerveró and features a host of dancers set against pastel backgrounds with Williams appearing throughout.
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Music Style"Marilyn Monroe" contains a neoclassical intro and draws on influences from R&B and funk genres.
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Song ThemeIn the lyrics, Williams discusses his preference for individualism and unique personalities, expressing a desire for someone different from typical definitions of beauty.
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Background SingersThe song opens with an orchestral string section and features background vocals from the Grammy-winning singer Justin Timberlake.
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Critical ReceptionThe song was well-received by critics, with most praising its catchy hooks and Williams' funky production. However, some criticized its lyrics as objectifying.
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Response to CritiqueWhen confronted with criticism over his song's lyrics objectifying women, Williams responded that it is a misunderstanding and that he was aiming to celebrate women in the song.
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