Notorious
Duran Duran
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No-no-notorious No-no-notorious I can't read about it, burns the skin from your eyes I'll do fine without it, here's one you don't compromise Lies come hard to disguise Let me to fight it out, not wild about it Lay your seedy judgements, who says they're part of our lives? You own the money, you control the witness I hear you're lonely, don't monkey with my business You pay the profits to justify the reasons I heard your promise but I don't believe it That's why I'll do it again No-no-notorious Girls will keep the secrets, so long as boys make the noise Fools run rings to break up, something they'll never destroy Grand notorious slam, (bam) and who really gives a damn For a flaky bandit? Don't ask me to bleed about it, I need this blood to survive You own the money, you control the witness I hear you're lonely, don't monkey with my business You pay the profits to justify the reasons I heard your promise but I don't believe it That's why I'll do it again Notorious Notorious You own the money, you control the witness I hear you're lonely, don't monkey with my business You pay the profits to justify the reasons I heard your promise but I don't believe it You own the money, you control the witness I hear you're lonely, don't monkey with my business You pay the profits to justify the reasons I heard your promise but I don't believe it That's why I'll do it again No No-no That's why I'll do it again No-notorious Yeah, that's why I'll do it again No-no-notorious Yeah, that's why I'll do it again No-notorious No-no-notorious Yeah, that's why I'll do it again No-notorious No-no-notorious
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Written by: John Nigel Taylor, Nick Rhodes, Simon John Le Bon
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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14 facts about this song
Origin"Notorious" was the first single released from Duran Duran's fourth studio album, also named 'Notorious'.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States in January 1987, making it the band's highest-ranking song on the chart.
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Album ShiftThe track marked a noticeable shift in the band's musical direction, moving away from their early new wave roots to a more funky and rhythm-based sound.
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Band EvolutionThe song was released after the band underwent personnel changes, with the departure of band members Roger Taylor and Andy Taylor.
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Song Creation"Notorious" was written by all remaining band members: Simon Le Bon, John Taylor, and Nick Rhodes, along with help from Nile Rodgers.
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ProductionThe song was produced by the world-famous record producer Nile Rodgers, who was part of the seminal 1970s funk band, Chic.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Notorious" was directed by Peter Kagan and Paula Greif, and highlighted the new trio line-up of Duran Duran.
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Award ConsiderationThe song's music video was nominated as "Best Music Video" at the 1987 Grammy Awards but did not win.
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B-SideThe B-side of the "Notorious" single was "Winter Marches On", a track from the same album.
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Critical ReceptionCritics often credit "Notorious" for its mature sound and complex arrangements, presenting the band's evolution away from their iconic 80s pop image.
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LegacyDespite initial mixed reactions, "Notorious" is now considered a seminal 80s pop song and is frequently included in compilations and 'best of' lists.
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InfluenceThe song has been covered by numerous artists, embodying its significant influence over the years.
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Live Performances"Notorious" has remained a regular feature in Duran Duran's live performances to this day, showcasing its enduring popularity.
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Album SuccessDespite the departure of two band members, the "Notorious" album achieved Platinum status in both the UK and USA.
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