I Kissed a Girl

Katy Perry

About I Kissed a Girl

"I Kissed a Girl" is a song recorded by American singer Katy Perry for her second studio album, One of the Boys (2008). It was released on April 28, 2008, by Capitol Records as the lead single from the record. Perry co-wrote the song with Max Martin, Cathy Dennis, and its producer Dr. Luke, with additional production from Benny Blanco. "I Kissed a Girl" is a pop rock song with elements of new wave. Perry stated its lyrics are "about the magical beauty of a woman". The song sparked controversy for its homosexual themes, but in retrospect has been viewed as the beginning to LGBT awareness in pop music. The song topped the US Billboard Hot 100 chart for seven consecutive weeks, becoming the 1,000th number-one song of the rock era. The single has sold over 4.7 million digital copies in the US alone. "I Kissed a Girl" is one of eight songs by Perry to sell over 4 million digital copies in the US, the others being "Hot n Cold", "California Gurls", "Firework", "E. T.", "Teenage Dream", "Roar" and "Dark Horse". A huge hit throughout the Anglosphere, it also topped the charts in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, the Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Scotland, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. The song has been certified multi-platinum in Australia, Canada, Denmark, and the US. 


Year:
2009
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This was never the way I planned
Not my intention
I got so brave, drink in hand
Lost my discretion
It's not what, I'm used to
Just wanna try you on
I'm curious for you
Caught my attention

[Chorus]
I kissed a girl and I liked it
The taste of her cherry chap stick
I kissed a girl just to try it
I hope my boyfriend don't mind it
It felt so wrong
It felt so right
Don't mean I'm in love tonight
I kissed a girl and I liked it
I liked it

No, I don't even know your name
It doesn't matter
You're my experimental game
Just human nature
It's not what, good girls do
Not how they should behave
My head gets so confused
Hard to obey

I kissed a girl and I liked it
The taste of her cherry chap stick
I kissed a girl just to try it
I hope my boyfriend don't mind it
It felt so wrong
It felt so right
Don't mean I'm in love tonight
I kissed a girl and I liked it
I liked it

Us girls we are so magical
Soft skin, red lips, so kissable
Hard to resist so touchable
Too good to deny it
Ain't no big deal, it's innocent

I kissed a girl and I liked it
The taste of her cherry chap stick
I kissed a girl just to try it
I hope my boyfriend don't mind it
It felt so wrong
It felt so right
Don't mean I'm in love tonight
I kissed a girl and I liked it
I liked it

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Katy Perry

Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson (born October 25, 1984), known by her stage name Katy Perry, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. Perry was born and raised in Santa Barbara, California around the influence of goth music. more »

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Written by: Lukasz Gottwald, Katy Perry, Cathy Dennis, Max Martin

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

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13 facts about this song

Chart Performance
"I Kissed a Girl" debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Katy Perry's first number one single in the United States.
Release Date
The song was released on April 28, 2008, from her second studio album, "One of the Boys."
Controversy
Due to its lyrics, "I Kissed a Girl" sparked significant controversy about its homosexual themes upon its release.
International Success
"I Kissed a Girl" was a hit internationally as well, topping the charts in over 20 countries, including Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
Genre Influence
The song falls under the genre of pop rock, with Perry citing pop punk band "The Runaways" influenced the track.
Cultural Impact
"I Kissed a Girl" was deemed by Billboard as one of the songs that helped define the decade, significantly contributing to the mainstream acceptance of LGBTQ+ themes in popular culture.
Nominations
The song earned Perry a nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards.
Music Video
The music video of "I Kissed a Girl" focuses on a dream of Perry's which leads to a party filled with a diverse group of partygoers.
Sales
By 2019, "I Kissed a Girl" had sold more than 4.7 million digital copies in the United States alone.
Co-Writers
The song was co-written by Perry along with Max Martin, Lukasz Gottwald (known colloquially as Dr. Luke), and Cathy Dennis.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by numerous artists, including "The Baseballs" who did a rockabilly version, and pop punk band "Attack! Attack!" who did a heavier, pop-punk version.
Critics' Reception
Despite the controversy, the song was well received by many music critics, with some praising its catchy sound and pop aesthetic.
Influence on Perry's Success
"I Kissed a Girl" catapulted Perry into stardom, marking the beginning of her highly successful mainstream music career.

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