Unconditionally
Katy Perry
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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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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.
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Song InspirationPerry 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".
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Chart PerformanceThe 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.
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Music VideoThe 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.
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Song Composition"Unconditionally" is a power ballad, composed in the key of Emajor with a tempo of 79 beats per minute.
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AwardsThe 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.
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Critical ReceptionThe 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.
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Live PerformancesPerry 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.
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SalesAs of July 2019, "Unconditionally" has sold 1.3 million digital downloads in the United States.
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Usage in Popular CultureThe 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.
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Song Origin"Unconditionally" is a song by American singer Katy Perry. It was originally released on October 16, 2013, by Capitol Records.
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AlbumIt is the second single from Perry's fourth studio album, "Prism" (2013).
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Genre ClassificationThe song is categorized in the pop genre featuring strong influences from rock, electronic, and disco music.
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Lyric ThemeThe song's theme explores the idea of loving someone truly and wholeheartedly, without any conditions or expectations.
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Song ProductionBoth Katy Perry and Dr. Luke produced the song. Luke has often collaborated with Perry in her previous albums.
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Performance"Unconditionally" reached #14 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and was Top 10 in many other countries like Canada, UK, and Australia.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Unconditionally" was released on November 19, 2013, and it features numerous symbolic images referring to the concept of unconditional love.
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InspirationThe song was partly inspired by Perry's visit to Madagascar with UNICEF, where she claimed her ideas about love were transformed.
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CertificationDue to its impressive sales, the song subsequently received a Platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in the USA.
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Live PerformancesPerry 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.
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Critical ReceptionWhile the song received mixed reviews from critics, many praised its mature theme and Perry's vocal performance.
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ImpactThe 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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