Rare

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About Rare

"Rare" is a song recorded by American singer and songwriter Gwen Stefani from her third studio album, This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016). It was released on March 18, 2016, along with the rest of This Is What the Truth Feels Like by Interscope Records. The track was written by Stefani, Justin Tranter, Julia Michaels, and Greg Kurstin; Kurstin was the track's sole producer. "Rare" is an electropop and folk pop influenced song and serves as the album's closing track. Lyrically, the song discusses finding love when all hope was lost. Several media outlets speculated that "Rare" was written about Stefani's boyfriend Blake Shelton and his ex-wife Miranda Lambert. "Rare" received generally favorable reviews from music critics, some of which called the song "glamorous" and predicted that it would become a future "summer hit". 


Year:
2016
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You're a sapphire, you're a rolling stone
You're a sparkle in a deep black hole
You're like moon shine, when the curtains close
You're my answer, one that no one knows

And I can't believe it, that you even exist
You know I would be dumb to give perfection up
How can I accept it, that this is so precious?
You know I would be dumb to give perfection up

You're rare
And I'm loving every second of it, don't you know?
You're rare
And only a stupid girl would let it go
You're so good and you don't even know it
You're so good and you don't even know
You're rare
And only a stupid girl would let it go, don't you know?

I am broken, I am insecure
Complicated, oh yeah that's for sure
I feel worthless, I've been hurt so bad
I get nervous you won't love me back

And I can't believe it, that you even exist
You know I would be dumb to give perfection up
How can I accept it, that this is so precious?
You know I would be dumb to give perfection up

You're rare
And I'm loving every second of it, don't you know?
You're rare
And only a stupid girl would let it go
You're so good and you don't even know it
You're so good and you don't even know
You're rare
And only a stupid girl would let it go, don't you know?

Do you really think you wanna make some new memories?
With me?
Do you really think you wanna make some new memories?
With me?

You're rare
And I'm loving every second of it, don't you know?
You're rare
And only a stupid girl would let it go
You're so good and you don't even know it
You're so good and you don't even know
You're rare
And only a stupid girl would let it go, you know?

You're rare
And only a stupid girl would let it go
You're rare
And only a stupid girl would let it go, don't you know?

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Gwen Stefani

Gwen Renée Stefani ( /stəˈfɑːni/; born October 3, 1969) is an American singer-songwriter, fashion designer and occasional actress. Stefani is the lead vocalist for the rock and ska band No Doubt. Stefani recorded Love. Angel. Music. Baby., her first solo album, in 2004. Inspired by music of the 1980s, the album was a success with sales of over seven million copies. The album's third single "Hollaback Girl", was the first US digital download to sell one million copies. Stefani's second and final solo studio album, The Sweet Escape (2006), yielded "Wind It Up", "4 in the Morning", and the highest-selling single "The Sweet Escape". Including her work with No Doubt, Stefani has sold more than 40 million albums worldwide. more »

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Written by: Gwen Stefani, Justin Tranter, Julia Michaels, Greg Kurstin

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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8 facts about this song

Album Information
"Rare" is included in Gwen Stefani's third studio album, “This Is What the Truth Feels Like,” released in 2016.
Songwriting and Production
It was co-written by Stefani, Justin Tranter, Julia Michaels, and Greg Kurstin. Moreover, it was produced by Kurstin, a well-respected producer who worked with big names, such as Adele and Sia.
Emotional Context
The song is believed to reflect Stefani's feelings for her new love, Blake Shelton, after her divorce from musician Gavin Rossdale. The heartfelt lyrics profusely reflect her renewed belief in the miracle of love.
Musical Style
"Rare" combines pop music with elements of electropop. It exhibits a prominent, animated bass line and synthy-pop vibes that are atypical of Stefani's earlier work.
Critical Reception
Although the song didn't see much commercial success, it received positive reviews from music critics. Some praised it for its authenticity and real emotions exhibited.
Chart Performance
Unlike other tracks in the album, "Rare" wasn’t released as a single and therefore didn't chart on Billboard or other music rankings. However, it earned a loyal fan base.
Lyrics and Theme
The lyrics of "Rare" depict a love so beautiful and precious that it is 'rare.' This is believed to mirror Stefani's real-life romantic experience with Shelton.
Track Position
"Rare" is the final track on the album "This is What the Truth Feels Like," giving it a significant placing as it encapsulates and concludes the emotional journey of the album.

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