Carmen

Lana Del Rey

About Carmen

"Carmen" is a song by American singer and songwriter Lana Del Rey, taken from her debut studio album Born to Die (2012). It was released as a single on the iTunes Stores of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland on January 26, 2012 by Universal Music Group. A music video, directed by Del Rey, was released on April 21, 2012. During reviews for the album, "Carmen" garnered high acclaim from critics, most of whom praised the song's lyrics.


Year:
2012
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Darling, darling, doesn't have a problem
Lying to herself 'cause her liquor's top shelf
It's alarming honestly how charming she can be
Fooling everyone, telling how she's having fun

She says you don't want to be like me
Don't wanna see all the things I've seen
I'm dying, I'm dying
She says you don't want to get this way
Famous, and dumb, and no age
My, I'm dying

The boys, the girls, they all like Carmen
She gives them butterflies, bats her cartoon eyes
She laughs like God, her mind's like a diamond
Buy her tonight, she's still shining
Like lightning, light, like lightning

Carmen, Carmen, staying up 'til morning
Only seventeen, but she walks the streets so mean
It's alarming truly how disarming you can be
Eating soft ice cream, Coney Island queen
She says you don't want to be like me
Looking for fun, get me high for free
I'm dying, I'm dying
She says you don't want to get this way
Street walking at night, and a star by day

It's tiring, tiring

The boys, the girls, they all like Carmen
She gives them butterflies, bats her cartoon eyes
She laughs like God, her mind's like a diamond
Buy her tonight, she's still shining
Like lightning, light, like lightning

Baby's all dressed up, with nowhere to go
That's the little story of the girl you know
Relying on the kindness of strangers
Time and cherry marks while doing party favors
Put your red dress on, put your lipstick on
Sing your song, song, now, the camera's on
And you're alive again

Mon amour, je sais que tu m'aimes aussi

The boys, the girls, they all like Carmen
She gives them butterflies, bats her cartoon eyes
She laughs like god, her mind's like a diamond
Buy her tonight, she's still shining
Like lightning, light, like lightning

Like lightning, light, like lightning

Darling, darling, doesn't have a problem
Lying to herself 'cause her liquor's top shelf

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Lana Del Rey

Elizabeth Woolridge Grant (born June 21, 1985), known professionally as Lana Del Rey, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. Her music has been noted by critics for its stylized cinematic quality, its preoccupation with themes of tragic romance, glamour, and melancholia, and its references to pop culture, particularly 1950s and 1960s Americana. more »

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Written by: Elizabeth Grant, Justin Parker, Lana Del Ray

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10 facts about this song

Song Production Fact
"Carmen" was written by Lana Del Rey and Justin Parker, and it appeared on Del Rey's second studio album "Born to Die" which was released in 2012.
Musical Style Fact
This track embraces elements of indie pop and baroque pop, a style that translates into a cinematic feel, displaying Del Rey's signature vintage Hollywood aesthetic.
Conceptual Fact
The lyrics relay the story of a teenage girl named Carmen who's living a fast, risk-filled life due to her alcohol dependence and provocative behavior. This song presents a tragic narrative about fame and self-destruction.
Inspirational Fact
"Carmen" is said to be inspired by the tragic life of Anna Nicole Smith, a model, actress, and television personality.
Album Success Fact
While "Carmen" wasn't released as a single, the album it was featured on, "Born to Die", attracted massive success, peaking at number two on the Billboard 200 and charting within the top five in several countries around the world.
Video Release Fact
The music video for "Carmen" was released in April 2012. Similar to the other music videos from the "Born to Die" album, it has a vintage, nostalgic feel.
Critical Reception Fact
Critical reaction to the song has been mixed. Some critics have praised the song's production and lyrical content, while others find the song less impressive than other tracks on the album.
Personal Significance Fact
In various interviews, Lana Del Rey has mentioned that the characters in her songs, including Carmen, are often a reflection or personification of her own personal struggles and experiences.
Influential Fact
The song "Carmen" has been recognized for its influence on later songs that discuss the dark side of fame and fortune, marking it as an important contribution to Lana Del Rey's discography.
Performance Fact
Despite its mixed reviews, "Carmen" remains a fan favourite, and Del Rey has performed the song at various concerts and music festivals.

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