Candy Shop

Madonna

About Candy Shop

"Candy Shop" is a song recorded by American singer Madonna for her eleventh studio album, Hard Candy (2008). It was co-written by Madonna and Pharrell Williams, while production was carried out by the singer and the latter's team, The Neptunes. An early version of the song was leaked on the internet on July 2007, but was quickly removed. "Candy Shop" is a pop song, featuring elements of hip-hop and R&B, with its instrumentation consisting of bongos and Spanish guitar. Lyrically, it uses the word candy as a metaphor for sex. The song received generally mixed to negative reviews from music critics, who praised its production and catchiness but criticized its lyrical content. "Candy Shop" was certified Platinum in Brazil for selling over 100,000 digital downloads. It also charted inside the top 20 on Finland's download component chart. The song has been performed on three of Madonna's tours: Sticky & Sweet Tour (2008–2009), The MDNA Tour (2012) and Rebel Heart Tour (2015–2016). 


Year:
2008
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See which flavor you like and I'll have it for you
Come on in to my store, I've got candy galore
Don't pretend you're not hungry, I've seen it before
I've got Turkish delight baby and so much more

Get up out of your seat (Your seat)
Come on up to the dance floor
I've got something so sweet (So sweet)
Come on up to the front door
I need plenty of heat (Heat)
Form a special connection
Just start moving your feet (Your feet)
Move on over to me

I'll be your one stop (One stop)
Candy shop (Candy shop)
Everything (Everything)
That I got (That I got)
I'll be your one stop (One stop)
Candy store (Candy store)
Lollipop (Lollipop)
Have some more (Have some more)

All the suckers are not what we sell in the store
Chocolate kisses so good
You'll be beggin' for more
Don't pretend you're not hungry
There's plenty to eat
Come on in to my store
'Cause my sugar is sweet!

Get up out of your seat (Your seat)
Come on up to the dance floor
I've got something so sweet (So sweet)
Come on up to the front door
I need plenty of heat (Heat)
Form a special connection
Just start moving your feet (Your feet)
Move on over to me

I'll be your one stop (One stop)
Candy shop (Candy shop)
Everything (Everything)
That I got (That I got)
I'll be your one stop (One stop)
Candy store (Candy store)
Lollipop (Lollipop)
Have some more (Have some more)

Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Dance, dance, dance

See which flavor you like and I'll have it for you
Come on in to my store, I've got candy galore
Don't pretend you're not hungry, I've seen it before
I've got Turkish delight baby and so much more

Get up out of your seat (Your seat)
Come on up to the dance floor
I've got something so sweet (So sweet)
Come on up to the front door
I need plenty of heat (Heat)
Form a special connection
Just start moving your feet (Your feet)
Move on over to me

I'll be your one stop (One stop)
Candy shop (Candy shop)
Everything (Everything)
That I got (That I got)
I'll be your one stop (One stop)
Candy store (Candy store)
Lollipop (Lollipop)
Have some more (Have some more)

Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet
My sugar is raw
Sticky and sweet

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Madonna

Madonna (born Madonna Louise Ciccone /tʃɪˈkoʊneɪ/ chi-KOH-nay; August 16, 1958) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, director, dancer and entrepreneur. She has sold more than 300 million records worldwide and is recognized as the best-selling female recording artist of all time by Guinness World Records. Considered to be one of the "25 Most Powerful Women of the Past Century" by Time for being an influential figure in contemporary music, she is known for continuously reinventing both her music and image, and for retaining a standard of autonomy within the recording industry. Critics have praised her diverse musical productions which have also been known to induce controversy. more »

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Written by: Pharrell L Williams, Madonna Louise Ciccone, Pharrell Williams

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Release & Chart Success
The song "Candy Shop" was released in 2008 as part of Madonna's eleventh studio album, "Hard Candy". Although it was not released as a commercial single, it still managed to chart on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart due to strong digital downloads.
Album Theme
"Candy Shop" carries the overall theme of Madonna's album "Hard Candy", which explores a more sensual and light-hearted perspective.
Song Writing
The song is co-written by Madonna and Pharrell Williams, a multiple Grammy-award-winning artist and producer.
Collaboration
“Candy Shop” is an outcome of Madonna's collaborative journey with The Neptunes, marking her shift from electro-pop to a more R n B and pop fusion.
Concert Performances
"Candy Shop" has been a common opening song in her concert tours such as the "Sticky and Sweet Tour" and the "Madame X Tour".
Music Composition
The song features an upbeat tempo with layers of synths and beats, focusing on Madonna's vocals which are conversational and light.
Lyrics
Lyrically, "Candy Shop" is filled with candy-related innuendos and metaphors—the singer invites her lover to her "candy store" to pick their dessert.
Critical Response
Although "Candy Shop" received mixed to negative reviews from music critics, it has been celebrated by fans as a catchy, fun Madonna track.
Dance Routine
During her live performances of "Candy Shop", Madonna is often seen performing elaborative and energetic dance routines, adding to the song's appeal.
Iconic Status
Despite mixed reviews, "Candy Shop" has managed to maintain iconic status due to Madonna's performance, the unique lyrics, and the catchy melody.

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