Girls & Boys
Good Charlotte
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Educated With money He's well-dressed Not funny And not much to say in most conversations But he'll foot the bill in all situations 'Cause he pays for everything Girls don't like boys, girls like cars and money Boys will laugh at girls when they're not funny Paper Or plastic Don't matter She'll have it Vacations and shopping sprees These are a few of her favorite things She'll get what she wants if she's willing to please His type of girl always comes with a fee Hey now, there's nothing for free Girls don't like boys, girls like cars and money Boys will laugh at girls when they're not funny And these girls like these boys, like these boys like these girls The girls with the bodies like boys with Ferraris Girls don't like boys, girls like cars and money Let's go! Girls don't like boys, girls like cars and money Boys will laugh at girls when they're not funny And these girls like these boys, like these boys like these girls The girls with the bodies like boys with Ferraris Girls don't like boys, girls like cars and money All of these boys, and all of these girls Losing their souls in a material world All of these boys, and all of these girls Losing their souls in a material world All of these boys, and all of these girls Losing their souls in a material world All of these boys, and all of these girls Losing their souls in a material world
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Written by: Benji Madden, Joel Madden
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12 facts about this song
Release and Chart Performance"Girls & Boys" was released as the second single from Good Charlotte's second studio album, "The Young and the Hopeless," in 2003. It managed to reach the top spot in the Australia Singles chart.
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Cultural ImpactThe song's catchy chorus and pop-punk style helped to propel Good Charlotte into the mainstream. It has become one of the band’s most recognized songs, often used in popular culture.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Girls & Boys" was directed by Smith n' Borin and features the band playing at a wealthy teen's pool party. It serves to visually represent the song's critique of materialistic and superficial values.
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Song WritingThe song was written by the band's twin brothers Joel and Benji Madden. The lyrics criticize girls who are interested in boys for their money, and boys who are interested in girls for their looks.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its catchy melody and the band's energy, while others criticized it as typical of the pop-punk genre.
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Live Performances"Girls & Boys" has remained a staple in Good Charlotte's live performances since its release.
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Song AwesomeThe song played a major role in establishing Good Charlotte's success. Its popularity propelled "The Young and the Hopeless" to triple-platinum certification in the U.S.
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Song Theme"Girls & Boys" is said to express a disdain for the materialism and superficiality seen within society, a theme recurrent in many songs of Good Charlotte.
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InfluenceThe song influenced countless pop-punk bands that emerged following Good Charlotte's rise to fame.
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Available OnlineThe song, along with its music video, is available to stream on various platforms like Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists, including pop singer Maroon 5, have covered "Girls & Boys" in their own style.
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RecognitionIn 2003, "Girls & Boys" has been nominated at MTV Video Music Awards for Best Group Video category.
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