Flawless (Go to the City)
George Michael
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Cause you're beautiful (Like no other) Cause you're beautiful (maybe tonight, they'll see you tonight) Beautiful, beautiful And it's no good waiting by the window It's no good waiting for the sun Please believe me, the things you dream of They don't fall in the laps of no-one And it's no good Waiting, waiting And it's no good Waiting You've got to go to the city Always the same Always the same dreams yeah yeah Always the same (yes you're movin' up) Well you've got to think of something Cause your job pays you nothing But you've got the things God gave you So the music may yet be your savior Got to be a way, some way Got to be some way to make your way to the light (All the girls say) Got to be some way, today, today, maybe tonight, maybe tonight And it's always the same Always the same dreams yeah yeah Always the same (yes you're movin' up) You're beautiful, you are, and you know it You're wasted here, you're a star In this small town of hand-me-downs who don't even know it Sometimes it brings you down Sometimes it eats you up Sometimes you think that your head's going to blow It doesn't get better Don't you know, you've got to go to the city You've got to reach the other side of the glass I think you'll make it in the city baby I think you know that you are more than just Some fucked up piece of ass Got to be a way, some way Got to be some way to make your way to the light (All the boys say) Got to be some way, today, today, maybe tonight, They'll see you tonight And it's always the same Always the same Always the same dreams yeah yeah Always the same (yes you're movin' up) Cause you're beautiful (like no other) Cause you're beautiful (take me, make me) Cause you're beautiful (maybe tonight, they'll see you tonight) Beautiful, beautiful And it's no good waiting by the window It's no good waiting for the sun Please believe me, the things you dream of They don't fall in the laps of no-one And it's no good, Waiting, waiting And it's no good Waiting You've got to go to the city You've got to go to the city, They're going to find you there Cause you're beautiful Cause you're beautiful Sometimes it brings you down Sometimes it eats you up Sometimes you think that your head's going to blow and It doesn't get better Don't you know, you've got to go to the city You've got to reach the other side of the glass I think you'll make it in the city baby I think you know that you are more than just Some fucked up piece of ass More than just Sid you've got to think of something Cause your job pays you nothing But you've got the things God gave you So the music may yet be your savior Do you want a savior, savior Say that you do, You know you're wasted here, wasted here And there ain't no miracles happening any time soon
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Written by: Gary Turnier, Eric Matthew, Oliver W Stumm, Nashom Wooden, Paul Alexander, George Michael
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8 facts about this song
General Facts"Flawless (Go to the City)" is a song performed by British singer-songwriter George Michael.
- It was released as a single on June 28, 2004.
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Album InformationThe song is part of George Michael's fifth studio album "Patience."
- "Patience" was considered Michael's big comeback album after a long hiatus from the music scene.
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Chart Performance"Flawless (Go to the City)" charted successfully worldwide, reaching the Top 10 in several European countries.
- In UK Singles Chart, it peaked at number 8.
- On the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart in the United States, "Flawless (Go to the City)" reached number 1.
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Music and ThemeThe song has an upbeat progressive house tune, which is a shift from George Michael's traditional pop and R&B sound.
- The song carries an empowering message, urging people to seize opportunities and escape their small-town constraints.
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Composition and InspirationIt samples a track by the electronic music duo 'The Ones,' called "Flawless," hence the name.
- The societal pressures and Michael's personal struggles with his identity contributed to the creation of "Flawless (Go to the City)."
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Critical ReceptionThe song received generally positive reviews from music critics.
- Critics lauded its modern sound and catchy beat.
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Promotional ActivitiesThe music video for "Flawless (Go to the City)" showcases an array of characters in a nightclub, embodying the song's theme of liberation and self-expression.
- The song was also promoted through live performances during his "25 Live" tour.
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LegacyEven after years of its release, "Flawless (Go to the City)" is remembered and celebrated as a dance anthem.
- It is often played in clubs and dance parties, demonstrating its enduring appeal.
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