Black Beauty
Lana Del Rey
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I paint my nails black I dye my hair a darker shade of brown Because you like your women Spanish, dark, strong and proud I paint the sky black You said if you could have your way You'd make a nighttime of today So it'd suit the mood of your soul Oh, what can I do? Nothing, my sparrow blue Oh, what can I do? Life is beautiful, but you don't have a clue Sun and ocean blue Their magnificence, it don't make sense to you Black beauty, ah ah Black beauty, ah ah I paint the house black My wedding dress black leather, too You have no room for light Love is lost on you I keep my lips red They seem like cherries in the spring Darling, you can't let everything seem so dark blue But oh, what can I do? To turn you on or get through you? Oh, what can I do? Life is beautiful, but you don't have a clue Sun and ocean blue Their magnificence, it don't make sense to you Black beauty, ah ah Black beauty, ah ah Black beauty, ah ah Black beauty, ah ah Black beauty, ah ah Black beauty, baby Black beauty, baby Oh, what can I do? Life is beautiful, but you don't have a clue Sun and ocean blue Their magnificence, it don't make sense to you Black beauty, ah ah Black beauty, ah ah Black beauty, ah ah Black beauty, ah ah
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Written by: Barry O'Neil, Elizabeth Grant, Rick Nowels
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"Black Beauty" is a ballad song by American singer and songwriter Lana Del Rey. The track features a somber tune and introspective lyrics, which is a trademark style of Del Rey.
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Album InclusionThe song was included in Del Rey's third studio album "Ultraviolence", released in 2014. Initially, it was not planned to be part of the album, but was added later upon the insistence of her German fans.
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Leak IncidentInterestingly, "Black Beauty" was leaked online in July 2013, almost a year before "Ultraviolence" was released.
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Song Meaning"Black Beauty" is essentially a melancholic love song. It depicts her relationship with a pessimistic lover who can't see the beauty and positivity in life. It serves as metaphor to Del Rey's real-life relationships.
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ProductionThe song was co-written by Lana Del Rey and Rick Nowels. Notably, Rick Nowels has collaborated with Lana on many of her major hits.
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Music VideoThe official music video for "Black Beauty" was never released, but a leak of the video, directed by Naomi Shon and Leonard Nimaye, surfaced on the internet, further solidifying the song's popularity among fans.
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Critical Reception"Black Beauty" received mixed to positive reviews from critics. Many appreciated Del Rey's charming vocals and the song's soulful melody.
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Lyrics CompositionThe lyrics of "Black Beauty" are composed in lyrical 'I' perspective which seamlessly merges with her background in poetry showing her lyrical prowess.
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Song ImpactAlthough "Black Beauty" was never released as a single, the song has grown a cult following among Del Rey's fan base due to its meaningful lyrics and unique sound.
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Live PerformancesDel Rey rarely performs "Black Beauty" at her live concerts, making every performance of the song a special treat for her fans.
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