Bad Girl
Madonna
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Something's missing and I don't know why I always feel the need to hide my feelings from you Is it me or you that I'm afraid of I tell myself I'll show you what I'm made of Can't bring myself to let you go I don't want to cause you any pain But I love you just the same And you'll always be my baby In my heart I know we've come apart And I don't know where to start What can I do, I don't want to feel blue Bad girl, drunk by six Kissing someone else's lips Smoked too many cigarettes today I'm not happy when I act this way Bad girl, drunk by six Kissing some kind stranger's lips Smoked too many cigarettes today I'm not happy, I'm not happy Something's happened and I can't go back I fall apart every time you hand your heart out to me What happens now, I know I don't deserve you I wonder how I'm ever gonna hurt you Can't bring myself to let you go I don't want to cause you any pain But I love you just the same And you'll always be my baby In my heart I know we've come apart And I don't know where to start What can I do, I don't want to feel blue Bad girl, drunk by six Kissing someone else's lips Smoked too many cigarettes today I'm not happy when I act this way Bad girl, drunk by six Kissing some kind stranger's lips Smoked too many cigarettes today I'm not happy, I'm not happy This way I don't want to cause you any pain But I love you just the same And you'll always be my baby In my heart I know we've come apart And I don't know where to start What can I do, I don't want to feel blue Bad girl, drunk by six Kissing someone else's lips Smoked too many cigarettes today I'm not happy when I act this way I'm not happy this way Bad girl, drunk by six Kissing someone else's lips Smoked too many cigarettes today I'm not happy when I act this way Bad girl, drunk by six Kissing some kind stranger's lips Smoked too many cigarettes today I'm not happy, I'm not happy This way I'm not happy this way Kissing some kind stranger's lips
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Written by: Shep Pettibone, Anthony Shimkin, Madonna Ciccone
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Song Release"Bad Girl" was released as the third single from Madonna's fifth studio album "Erotica" in 1993.
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Music StyleThis song is identified as a pop ballad, presenting a softer side of Madonna's music.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Bad Girl" was directed by acclaimed director David Fincher, and it starred actors Christopher Walken and Madonna.
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Lyrics and ThemeThe lyrics and theme of "Bad Girl" discusses a woman who would rather end a failing relationship than continue to destroy herself through unhealthy practices and habits.
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Impact"Bad Girl" is considered one of Madonna's most complex songs, dealing with heavy topics like depression and self-destructive behavior.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough "Bad Girl" did not achieve the same chart success as Madonna's previous singles, it still reached Top 40 in the US, UK, and several other countries.
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Behind the ScenesAccording to some reports, Madonna cried while recording the song because of the emotional depth of the lyrics.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from critics, with many praising its maturity compared to the singer's earlier work.
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Notable PerformancesDespite its impact, "Bad Girl" was only performed live by Madonna once, on "Saturday Night Live" in 1993.
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Bad Girl" and "She"She" is an English cover version of French singer Charles Aznavour's song "Tous les visages de l'amour", and it shares similar themes with "Bad Girl" regarding heartbreak and self-reflection, though it doesn't directly correlate with Madonna's song.
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InterpretationLike "Bad Girl", "She" can also be interpreted as a story of a woman's fight against her inner demons and the struggle to maintain her dignity despite her feelings.
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SignificanceBoth "Bad Girl" and "She" are important pieces of Madonna's discography, showcasing her lyrical depth and emotional intensity.
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