Liberian Girl
Michael Jackson
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(Naku penda piya-naku taka piya-mpenziwe) (I love you too-I want you too-my love) Liberian girl You came and you changed my world A love so brand new Liberian girl You came and you changed my world A feeling so true Liberian girl You know that you came And you changed my world Just like in the movies With two lovers in a scene And she says "Do you love me" And he says so endlessly "I love you, Liberian girl" (Naku penda piya-naku taka piya-mpenziwe) (I love you too-I want you too-my love) Liberian girl More precious than any pearl Your love so complete Liberian girl You kiss me then, Ooh, the world You do this to me Liberian girl You know that you came And you changed my world Just like in the movies With two lovers in a scene And she says "Do you love me" And he says so endlessly "I love you, Liberian girl" (Naku penda piya-naku taka piya-mpenziwe) (I love you too-I want you too-my love) Liberian girl You know that you came And you changed my world I wait for the day When you have to say "I do" And I'll smile and say it too, I love you, Liberian girl, all the time (Girl) I love you liberian girl, all the time (Girl) I love you liberian girl, all the time (Girl) I love you liberian girl, all the time (Girl) I love you I love you baby (Girl) I want you I love you baby (Girl) Ooh! I love you baby, I want you baby, ooh! (Girl)
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Written by: Michael Jackson
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12 facts about this song
Album Release"Liberian Girl" is a song by Michael Jackson from his 1987 album "Bad".
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Song LyricsThe song is a tribute to the beauty of African women, with a title referencing Liberia, a country on the African continent.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Liberian Girl" featured a host of celebrity cameos, including Steven Spielberg, John Travolta, and Whoopi Goldberg among others.
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Song ProductionQuincy Jones, a long-time collaborator of Jackson’s, produced "Liberian Girl" alongside Jackson himself.
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Rare StyleThe song stands out in Michael Jackson's discography as one of his few songs with a relaxed, laid-back style.
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Single ReleaseIt was released as a single in Europe and Australia, but not in the United States.
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Chart PerformanceDespite not being released as a single in the United States, "Liberian Girl" managed to chart in multiple countries, reaching number 13 in the UK and the top 10 in six other countries.
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Usage in MediaThe song has been covered and sampled numerous times by artists from various genres, and appeared in films and television shows.
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VocalsJackson's vocals on "Liberian Girl" have been praised for their emotional depth and maturity.
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Unique Intro“Liberian Girl” starts with the Swahili phrase “Nakupenda pia, nakutaka pia, mpenziwe", which translates to “I love you too, I want you too, my love.”
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Photo ShootThe iconic picture of Michael laying down in the white suit was taken during the shoot of the "Liberian Girl" video.
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Dedicated FansThis song has gained a cult-like following among MJ’s fanbase over time, despite it being less popular than his biggest hits like "Thriller" or "Billie Jean".
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