Marilyn Monroe
Nicki Minaj
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I can be selfish Yeah, so impatient Sometimes I feel like Marilyn Monroe I’m insecure, yeah I make mistakes Sometimes I feel like I’m at the end of the road I can get low I can get low Don’t know which way is up Yeah I can get high, I can get high Like I could never come down Call it a curse Or just call me blessed If you can’t handle my worst You ain’t getting my best Is this how Marilyn Monroe felt? (felt felt felt) Must be how Marilyn Monroe felt (felt felt felt) Its like all the good things They fall apart like, Like Marilyn Monroe Truth is we mess up Till we get it right I don’t want to end up losing my soul I can get low I can get low Don’t know which way is up Yeah I can get high, I can get high Like I could never come down Call it a curse Or just call me blessed If you can’t handle my worst You ain’t getting my best Is this how Marilyn Monroe felt? (felt felt felt) Must be how Marilyn Monroe felt (felt felt felt) Take me or leave me I’ll never be perfect Believe me, I’m worth it So take me or leave me! (So take me or leave me) So take me or leave me! (So take me or leave me) Call it a curse Or just call me blessed If you can’t handle my worst You ain’t getting my best Is this how Marilyn Monroe felt? (felt felt felt) Must be how Marilyn Monroe felt (felt felt felt) Is this how Marilyn Monroe felt? (felt felt felt) Must be how Marilyn Monroe felt (felt felt felt)
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Written by: DANIEL JAMES PRINGLE, ROSS GOLAN, LEAH HAYWOOD, ONIKA TANYA MARAJ, JONATHAN REUVEN ROTEM
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Marilyn Monroe" is a song by American rapper and singer Nicki Minaj from her second studio album, "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded," released in 2012.
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Song InspirationThe song is a tribute to the legendary American actress Marilyn Monroe, who is often considered a significant pop culture icon.
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Genre Classification"Marilyn Monroe" falls under the pop genre with a blend of electropop and synth-pop, offering an alluring mix of melodies.
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Production and CompositionThe song was produced by J.R. Rotem and Dreamlab. The beat in the chorus incorporates a piano-dance beat which displays an introspective side of Nicki Minaj's music.
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Lyrics MeaningThe lyrics of the song deal with themes of vulnerability, self-doubt, and the pressure of fame, drawing a parallel between Minaj's life and the struggles Monroe faced as a star.
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ReceptionDespite not being released as a single, "Marilyn Monroe" received generally positive reviews from music critics, who praised Minaj's singing and the overall production quality of the track.
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Popular Culture Reference"Marilyn Monroe" has been used in multiple media outlets, such as television shows and movies, due to its relatable lyrics and catchy melody.
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Writing CreditsThe song credits Nicki Minaj, Daniel James, Leah Haywood, J.R. Rotem, and Ross Golan as its writers.
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Chart PerformanceEven though the song was not formally released as a single, it still managed to make an appearance on music charts. It peaked at #56 in the UK Singles Chart thanks to strong digital download sales.
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Fan Favorite"Marilyn Monroe" continues to be a fan favorite for its relatable lyrics and one of the tracks where Minaj showcases her singing abilities rather than her rapping skills.
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