Unconditionally

Katy Perry

About Unconditionally

"Unconditionally" is a song by American singer Katy Perry. It was released as the second single from her fourth studio album Prism (2013) on October 16, 2013. Inspiration for the song came primarily from a humanitarian trip to Madagascar that Perry made in partnership with UNICEF. Having been surrounded by what she described as unconditional love, she co-wrote it with the song's producers Dr. Luke, Max Martin and Cirkut to reflect that feeling. "Unconditionally" is a power ballad styled in rock, backed against a bassline and percussion. Commercially, it peaked within the top ten in Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Italy, Lebanon, and South Africa as well as the top twenty in Australia, Austria, Canada, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, and the United States. The single release was promoted with an Instagram-based campaign, a lyric video directed by Aya Tanimura and live performances—one of the latter, at the American Music Awards of 2013, was the center of controversy due to accusations of cultural appropriation and racism. Brent Benacorso served as the director for the track's music video, which adopts the theme of love and uses a series of metaphors to enrich its concept. 


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2014
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Oh no, did I get too close oh?
Oh, did I almost see what's really on the inside?
All your insecurities
All the dirty laundry
Never made me blink one time

Unconditional, unconditionally
I will love you unconditionally
There is no fear now
Let go and just be free
I will love you unconditionally

Come just as you are to me
Don't need apologies
Know that you are all worthy
I'll take your bad days with your good
Walk through this storm I would
I'd do it all because I love you, I love you

Unconditional, unconditionally
I will love you unconditionally
There is no fear now
Let go and just be free
I will love you unconditionally

So open up your heart and just let it begin
Open up your heart, and just let it begin
Open up your heart, and just let it begin
Open up your heart
Acceptance is the key to be
To be truly free
Will you do the same for me?

Unconditional, unconditionally
I will love you unconditionally
And there is no fear now
Let go and just be free
'Cause I will love you unconditionally (oh yeah)

I will love you
I will love you
I will love you unconditionally

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Katy Perry

Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson (born October 25, 1984), known by her stage name Katy Perry, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. Perry was born and raised in Santa Barbara, California around the influence of goth music. more »

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Written by: HENRY RUSSELL WALTER, KATY PERRY, LUKASZ GOTTWALD, MAX MARTIN

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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22 facts about this song

Song Release Details
"Unconditionally" is a song by American singer Katy Perry, released as the second single from her fourth studio album "Prism" in 2013.
Song Inspiration
Perry dedicated the song to her then-boyfriend John Mayer, describing the love ballad as "a song about unconditional love" and that it is a "universal love song that anyone can relate to".
Chart Performance
The song topped charts in Bulgaria and peaked within the top ten in Canada, United Kingdom, Italy, Poland and Australia, while reaching the top twenty in the United States and several other countries.
Music Video
The music video for "Unconditionally," directed by Brent Bonacorso, was released in November 2013. It features Perry in various settings including a snow-filled forest and a ballroom filled with people, which exhibit the feeling and stages of unconditional love.
Song Composition
"Unconditionally" is a power ballad, composed in the key of Emajor with a tempo of 79 beats per minute.
Awards
The song and its music video were nominated for several awards, including two categories (Best Female Video and Best Video with a Social Message) at the MTV Video Music Awards in 2014.
Critical Reception
The song received mostly positive reviews from music critics, with some praising its lyrical content and Perry's vocal performance, although others were less favorable towards its overall production.
Live Performances
Perry has performed "Unconditionally" live at a number of events, including the 2013 MTV Europe Music Awards, the 2013 American Music Awards, and her 2014-2015 Prismatic World Tour.
Sales
As of July 2019, "Unconditionally" has sold 1.3 million digital downloads in the United States.
Usage in Popular Culture
The song was used in the film "The Best of Me" (2014). The lyrics of "Unconditionally" were also quoted by President Barack Obama in his speech at the 2015 Grammy Awards, addressing the issue of violence against women.
Song Origin
"Unconditionally" is a song by American singer Katy Perry. It was originally released on October 16, 2013, by Capitol Records.
Album
It is the second single from Perry's fourth studio album, "Prism" (2013).
Genre Classification
The song is categorized in the pop genre featuring strong influences from rock, electronic, and disco music.
Lyric Theme
The song's theme explores the idea of loving someone truly and wholeheartedly, without any conditions or expectations.
Song Production
Both Katy Perry and Dr. Luke produced the song. Luke has often collaborated with Perry in her previous albums.
Performance
"Unconditionally" reached #14 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and was Top 10 in many other countries like Canada, UK, and Australia.
Music Video
The music video for "Unconditionally" was released on November 19, 2013, and it features numerous symbolic images referring to the concept of unconditional love.
Inspiration
The song was partly inspired by Perry's visit to Madagascar with UNICEF, where she claimed her ideas about love were transformed.
Certification
Due to its impressive sales, the song subsequently received a Platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in the USA.
Live Performances
Perry performed "Unconditionally" at a number of live events, including the 2013 MTV Europe Music Awards and the American Music Awards. The live performances often featured elaborate stage settings and costume changes.
Critical Reception
While the song received mixed reviews from critics, many praised its mature theme and Perry's vocal performance.
Impact
The song has been covered by many artists worldwide, showing its impact on popular culture. It also continues to be featured in numerous TV Shows and films.

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