Bad Boys

Alexandra Burke

About Bad Boys

"Bad Boys" is a song by British recording artist Alexandra Burke. The song is her second single after winning the fifth series of The X Factor, and the lead single from her debut album, Overcome. The song features American rapper Flo Rida. It was written by Mark Fowler, Laura Senior, Flo Rida, Melvin K. Watson Jr, Larry Summerville Jr., busbee, Lauren Evans, Alex James, and was produced by The Phantom Boyz. It was first released for digital download on 12 October 2009. The song is an uptempo electrohop song, lyrically about becoming attracted to dangerous men. "Bad Boys" received positive reviews from critics, commending its production and composition as well as Burke's vocals. The song topped the charts in the United Kingdom and Ireland, the top ten of Sweden, the Netherlands, Hungary, Norway, Slovakia, the Czech Republic and Belgium (Wallonia) and the top twenty of several other countries. The song's accompanying music video takes place in an alleyway and a warehouse, and follows Burke's adventure when her convertible breaks down. The song has been performed a number of times, including on the sixth series of The X Factor. 


Year:
2009
3:26
65 

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(Bad boys, bad boys)
Alexandra, girl, I know what you like
(Bad boys, bad boys)
Oh, oh (bad boys, bad boys)
Hey, yeah (bad boys, bad boys)

Some people call them players
But I'm far from terrified
'Cause somehow I'm drawn to danger
And have been all of my life
It feels my heart divided
Halfway between wrong and right
I know I'm playing with fire
But I don't know why

Yeah, the bad boys are always catching my eye
(Ooh way, ooh wha)
I said the bad boys are always spinning my mind
(Ooh way, ooh wha)
Even though I know they're no good for me
It's the risk I take for the chemistry
With the bad boys always catching my eye
(Ooh way, ooh way, ooh wha)
Ooh, bad boys

Some think it's complicated
But they're straight-up fun for me
I don't need no explanation
It's nothing more than what you see here
My heart still feels divided
Halfway between wrong and right
I know I'm playing with fire
But I don't know why

Yeah, the bad boys are always catching my eye
(Ooh way, ooh wha)
I said the bad boys are always spinning my mind
(Ooh way, ooh wha)
Even though I know they're no good for me
It's the risk I take for the chemistry
With the bad boys always catching my eye
(Ooh way, ooh way, ooh wha)

I know you want me shawty 'cause I'm a (bad boy)
Hey shawty can't help it, she so so addicted to them rougher fellas
With even the alphabet she only sings the crooked letters
Let mama take all the risks
For that chemistry she like them tougher than leather
?
By any means necessary, girl
She likes them ruthless, that's my world
It's not the news, it's what I heard
To get them more the merrier
It's not a big surprise
I know them bad boys catch your eyes
Look at her walk when I go in disguise
You'll have them shawty, don't worry, you fly

Yeah, the bad boys are always catching my eye
(Ooh way, ooh wha)
I said the bad boys are always spinning my mind
(Ooh way, ooh wha)
Even though I know they're no good for me
It's the risk I take for the chemistry
With the bad boys always catching my eye
(Ooh way, ooh wha)
Yeah, the bad boys are always spinning my mind
(Ooh way, ooh wha)
I said the bad boys are always catching my eye
(Ooh way, ooh way, ooh wha)
Bad boys, bad boys

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Alexandra Burke

Alexandra Imelda Cecelia Ewen Burke (born 25 August 1989) is an English R&B and pop recording artist, songwriter, dancer and model. Born and raised in Islington, London, United Kingdom. Burke was exposed to music from an early age, with her mother being the lead singer of Soul II Soul. Burke rose to fame after winning the fifth series of British television series The X Factor in 2008. Burke currently stands as one of the most successful winners of The X Factor. She is signed to four record labels: Epic Records, RCA Records, Subliminal and Syco Music. more »

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Written by: MIKE BUSBEE, LAUREN K. EVANS, ALEX JAMES, LARRY JR. SUMMERVILLE, MELVIN WATSON

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"Bad Boys" was released as a single on 12 October 2009 by Syco Music, RCA Records, and Sony Music.
Singer Profile
Alexandra Burke is a British singer who won the fifth series of "The X Factor" in 2008 and "Bad Boys" is her debut single post-win.
Award-Winning
The song won the Brit Award for Best British Single in 2010.
Chart Performances
"Bad Boys" became a chart-topping hit, going straight to number one on the UK Singles Chart. It was also successful internationally, charting within the top ten of several other countries including Ireland, Greece, and Turkey among others.
Platinum Status
In the UK, "Bad Boys" was certified Platinum for shipping over 600,000 copies.
Music Video
The music video was filmed in Los Angeles and features Burke being pursued by the police, symbolizing the theme of the song. American rapper Flo Rida also makes an appearance in the video.
Collaboration
The song is notable for featuring Flo Rida, a renowned American rapper, making it a cross-Atlantic collaboration.
Writer and Producers
"Bad Boys" was written by a team of writers, including Melvin Kuiters, Phil Bentley, and Scott Ritchie, while production credits go to The Phantom Boyz.
Promotional Efforts
To promote the single, Burke gave live performances on various platforms, including the fifth series of The X Factor.
Critical Reception
Critics had a generally positive response towards "Bad Boys," with many praising Burke’s vocal performance, the catchy beat, and the upbeat nature of the song.

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