Good for You

Selena Gomez, A$AP Rocky

About Good for You

"Good for You" is a song by American singer Selena Gomez from her second studio album, Revival (2015). It features vocals by American rapper ASAP Rocky. The track was written by Gomez, ASAP Rocky, Julia Michaels, Justin Tranter, Nolan Lambroza and Nick Monson, being produced by the latter two. Originally, the track was conceived by the writers in 45 minutes, during a session booked by the latter. Gomez then received the song through the trio's A&R and was entirely involved in its creative session, helping to develop it as a representation of her process of self-realization, her confidence as a young woman, and her feelings of vulnerability. After it was reworked by Lambroza, she sent the song to Rocky, who added new instruments and co-produced it with his frequent collaborator Hector Delgado, who was in charge of Rocky's vocal production. After anticipation by Gomez, "Good for You" was digitally released on June 22, 2015 by Interscope and Polydor Records, serving as Revival's lead single as well as the first song by the singer to be released through those labels. A torch song, it is a pop and electro-R&B slow jam with hip hop elements that comprises a mellow, low-key snap-drop hip hop beat reminiscent of modern, pitched-down Southern hip hop productions, minor sound bursts, percussion instrumentation, drum machines, airy and transparent synthesizer, and a minimalistic bass. The artist sings atypically with breathy vocals and a plaintive timbre in the track, which was noted for being her first collaboration with a rapper. Its come-hither lyrics have intensity, psychodrama, self-confidence, and female empowerment as main themes, dealing with pleasing her lover and being the perfect complement for him. Rocky raps his verse at the end of the song, which is written from a male, player perspective and features braggadocio, profanity, and sexual innuendos. 


Year:
2015
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I'm on my fourteen carats
I'm fourteen carat
Doing it up like Midas
Now you say I got a touch
So good, so good
Make you never wanna leave
So don't, so don't

Gonna wear that dress you like, skin-tight
Do my hair up real, real nice
And syncopate my skin to your heart beating

'Cause I just wanna look good for you, good for you
I just wanna look good for you, good for you
Let me show you how proud I am to be yours
Leave this dress a mess on the floor
And still look good for you, good for you

I'm on my marquise diamonds
I'm a marquise diamond
Could even make that Tiffany jealous
You say I give it to you hard
So bad, so bad
Make you never wanna leave
I won't, I won't

Gonna wear that dress you like, skin-tight
Do my hair up real, real nice
And syncopate my skin to how you're breathing

'Cause I just wanna look good for you, good for you
I just wanna look good for you, good for you
Let me show you how proud I am to be yours
Leave this dress a mess on the floor
And still look good for you, good for you

Trust me, I can take you there
Trust me, I can take you there
Trust me, I, trust me, I, trust me, I

Hold on, take a minute, love
'Cause I ain't trying to mess your image up
Like we mess around in triple cuffs
Stumble 'round town, pull your zipper up
Pants sag like I don't give a
I ain't trying to mess your fitness up
And I ain't trying to get you into stuff
But the way you touchin' on me in the club
Rubbin' on my miniature
John Hancock, the signature
Any time I hit it, know she feelin' for it through
And any time we get up, always end up on the news
Ain't worried bout no press and ain't worried bout the next chick
They love the way you dress and ain't got shit up on you
Jackpot, hit the jackpot
Just met a bad miss without the ass shots
You look good, girl, you know you did good, don't you?
You look good, girl, bet it feel good, don't it?

I just wanna look good for you, good for you
Baby, let me be good to you, good to you
Let me show you how proud I am to be yours
Leave this dress a mess on the floor
And still look good for you, good for you

Trust me, I, trust me, I, trust me, I

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Selena Gomez

Selena Marie Gomez (born July 22, 1992) is an American actress and singer. She is known for portraying Alex Russo, the protagonist in the Emmy Award-winning television series Wizards of Waverly Place. She subsequently ventured into feature films and has starred in the television movies Another Cinderella Story, Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie, and Princess Protection Program. She made her starring theatrical film debut in Ramona and Beezus. And now Selena is coming back in Wizard of Waverly Place:the Wizards return. more »

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Written by: Hector Delgado, Julia Michaels, Justin Tranter, Nick Monson, Nolan Lambroza, Rakim Mayers, Selena Gomez

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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17 facts about this song

Release Info
"Good for You" was released on June 22, 2015, as the lead single from Selena Gomez's second solo album "Revival."
Chart Performance
It peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it her highest-charting single at the time.
Song Duration
The song runs for three minutes and thirty-one seconds.
Song Creators
Selena Gomez co-wrote the song alongside her team: Justin Tranter, Julia Michaels, and Nick Monson.
Recognition
"Good for You" received the 'Choice Single: Female Artist' award at the 2015 Teen Choice Awards.
Genre
The song is described as a sultry pop and R&B track.
Lyrics Composition
The song is about feeling confident and comfortable with oneself, and wanting to look good for one's partner.
Collaborations
The song features American rapper ASAP Rocky in a later version.
Music Video
The official music video has reached over 450 million views on YouTube as of 2022.
Certification
It has been certified 3x platinum in the US by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Influence
Dutch singer Natalie La Rose released a music video performing a dance routine to "Good for You" that went viral.
Pop Culture Impact
The song has often been used in various TV shows and advertisements due to its catchy tune and empowering theme.
Critical Acclaim
The song received positive reviews from music critics. It was praised for its mature sound and Gomez's vocal delivery.
Album Success
"Good for You" helped Selena's album "Revival" to debut at number 1 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Records
It became Gomez's first song to hit #1 on Billboard's Us Pop Songs Chart.
Performance
Gomez first performed "Good for You" live at the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards.
Song Inspiration
Gomez has stated that the song was inspired by her personal growth and evolution as an artist.

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