Miss World
Hole
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I am the girl you know, can't look you in the eye I am the girl you know, so sick I cannot try And I am the one you want, can't look you in the eye I am the girl, you know I lie, I lie and lie I'm miss world, somebody kill me Kill me pills No one cares, my friends My friend I'm miss world, watch me break and watch me burn No one is listening, my friend Now I've made my bed, I'll lie in it I've made my bed, I'll die in it I've made my bed, I'll lie in it I've made my bed, I'll die in it Cute girls watch when I eat ether Suck me under Maybe forever, my friend Now I've made my bed, I'll lie in it I've made my bed, I'll die in it I've made my bed, I'll cry in it I've made my bed, I'll lie in it I've made my bed, I'll lie in it I've made my bed, I'll lie in it I've made my bed, I'll lie in it I've made my bed, I'll lie in it, my friend I am the girl you know, can't look you in the eye
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Written by: ERIC T ERLANDSON, COURTNEY M. LOVE
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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15 facts about this song
Song Release"Miss World" is a song by the American alternative rock band, Hole, released on their second studio album "Live Through This" in 1994.
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Chart RankThe song became Hole's first charted single, reaching number 64 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the US.
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Song AuthorThe song was written by the band's frontwoman, Courtney Love, and lead guitarist, Eric Erlandson.
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Lyrics SourceThe lyrics come from Courtney Love's life experiences like her stints in reform school and juvenile hall.
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Feminism ElementThe song is often seen as a feminist anthem with lyrics like "I am the girl you know, can't look you in the eye."
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Music VideoThe music video for "Miss World" was directed by Sophie Muller, known for working with Gwen Stefani and Coldplay.
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Live PerformanceThe first live performance of the song was at the 1993 Reading Festival in England.
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Song MeaningThe song's title, "Miss World", is a metaphor for the beauty standards and societal pressures women face.
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Song CreationThe song was created in a few hours, demonstrating Love's ability to create memorable music quickly.
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Unique Attributes"Miss World" stands out with its distinct two-part structure that alternates between minimal verses and explosive, grungy choruses.
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Soundtrack InclusionThe song was included in the 2001 movie "Prozac Nation", starring Christina Ricci.
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Review RecognitionRolling Stone magazine named "Miss World" as one of the 50 greatest grunge songs of all time.
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Single ReleaseThe "Miss World" single included a B-side cover of The Velvet Underground's "I'll Be Your Mirror", showcasing Hole's range and musical influences.
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Cultural Impact"Miss World" continues to be recognized for its contribution to the mainstream acceptance of feminist themes in rock music.
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Song ContinuationThe song was played throughout Hole's career and even during Courtney Love's solo performances after the band's breakup.
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