Iconic
Chance the Rapper, Madonna, Mike Tyson
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If you tried and failed, get up again Destiny will choose you in the end If you don't make the choice, and you don't use your voice Someone else will speak for you instead What you want is just within your reach But you got to practice what you preach You pay with sweat and tears, and overcome your fears Never let the fire inside you leave I can, I can't, two letters apart One step away from being lost in the dark Just shine your light like a beautiful star Show the world who you are, who you are Yeah, there's another part of you no one sees There's a burning fire that's underneath Baby don't you know you were meant to be Born to be, meant to be Iconic Iconic Iconic Iconic Tell me I'm no good and I'll be great Say I have to fight and I can't wait Standing in the winds, a butterfly that stings I will rise above 'cause it's my faith I can, I can't, two letters apart One step away from being lost in the dark Just shine your light like a beautiful star Show the world who you are, who you are Yeah, there's another part of you no one sees There's a burning fire that's underneath Baby don't you know you were meant to be Born to be, meant to be Iconic Iconic Iconic Iconic I can, I can't, two letters apart One step away from being lost in the dark Just shine your light like a beautiful star Show the world who you are, who you are Yeah, there's another part of you no one sees There's a burning fire that's underneath Baby don't you know you were meant to be Born to be, meant to be Iconic Iconic Iconic Iconic I want to be a superstar That's exactly what you are I want to be a superstar That's exactly what you are Iconic
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Written by: TOBIAS GAD, DACOURY NATCHE, MAUREEN MCDONALD, CHANCELOR BENNETT, MICHAEL TUCKER, LARRY GRIFFIN, MADONNA
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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15 facts about this song
Album Release"Iconic" is a song by celebrated pop artist Madonna, released on her thirteenth studio album, Rebel Heart, in 2015.
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CollaborationThis song features vocals from Chance the Rapper and Mike Tyson. It emphasizes the theme of the power within each individual to become an icon.
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Produced by Top Producers"Iconic" was produced by Madonna, Toby Gad, and Aloe Blacc, with additional production from Symbolyc One.
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Mixing GenresContrasting other tracks on the Rebel Heart album, "Iconic" primarily incorporates trap beats, while featuring elements of gospel.
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Beginning - Mike Tyson's SpeechIt opens with a speech by Mike Tyson, talking about the trials and tribulations he went through in his storied boxing career.
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Madonna's Son's InfluenceThe song was influenced by Madonna's son, who introduced her to Chance the Rapper's music.
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Focused Theme"Iconic" is about rebelling against societal restrictions and motivating people to fight their own battles.
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Critical ReceptionCritics' opinion varied on the song, with some praising it for its empowering message and production, while others criticized it as being too generic.
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Live PerformanceMadonna performed Iconic as part of her Rebel Heart Tour, with Mike Tyson appearing on the screen behind her during the intro.
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LyricsMadonna's lyrics convey a message of resilience, assertiveness, and urge to inspire others as she proclaims, "Tell me I'm no good and I'll be great, say I have to fight and I can't wait."
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Music VideoDespite being a popular song off the album, "Iconic" didn't get an official music video.
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Not a SingleDespite being a fan favourite, "Iconic" was never released as a single.
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Mike Tyson's RoleMike Tyson's participation has been compared to actor Nicolas Cage in terms of randomness and appeal. His intro and outro for the song were seen as motivational and emphasizing the song's main theme.
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Album ArtworkMadonna's Rebel Heart album features a collage non-Madonna-themed artwork for the first time in her career, showcasing the heart behind the "rebel" theme prominent in songs like "Iconic".
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Overall MessageThe overall message in Madonna's song "Iconic" is about defiance, survival, and fearlessness, reflecting on her own journey from obscurity to superstardom.
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