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Iggy Azalea
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"Work" is the debut single recorded by Australian rapper Iggy Azalea for her debut studio album, The New Classic (2014). It was released as the album's lead single on 17 March 2013. The track was written by Azalea, Trocon Markous Roberts, Natalie Sims, and The Invisible Men who produced it with 1st Down of FKi. Hailed by Azalea as her most personal song, "Work" was developed with motivational and inspirational intentions to portray her life story; specifically dealing with her struggle as an up-and-coming rapper, and her relocation from Mullumbimby, New South Wales to Miami, Florida at age 16. In sequence with its lyrical story, the snap and trap track begins with a sad-stringed verse segment before significantly increasing in tempo at its drum and synth-heavy refrain. A number of music critics consider the song to be among Azalea's best output, namely praising her flow and the depth of the lyrical content. Commercially, "Work" became a sleeper hit; it peaked at number 17 on the UK Singles Chart and number 54 on the US Billboard Hot 100, but was certified silver and platinum by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) and Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), respectively. "Work" became one of the lowest peaking songs to receive a sales certification in Australia where it reached number 79 and was certified gold by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA).more »
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Walk a mile in these LouboutinsBut they don't wear these shits where I'm fromI'm not hating, I'm just telling youI'm tryna let you know what the f*ck that I've been throughTwo feet in the red dirt, school skirtSugar cane, back lanesThree jobs, took years to saveBut I got a ticket on that planePeople got a lot to sayBut don't know shit about where I was madeOr how many floors that I had to scrubJust to make it past where I am fromNo money, no familySixteen in the middle of MiamiNo money, no familySixteen in the middle of MiamiNo money, no familySixteen in the middle of MiamiI've been up all night, tryna get that richI've been work work work work working on my shitMilked the whole game twice, gotta get it how I liveI've been work work work work working on my shitNow get this workNow get this workNow get this workNow get this workWorking on my shitYou can hate it or love itHustle and the struggle is the only thing I'm trustingThorough bread in a mud brick before the budgetWhite chick on that Pac shit, my passion was ironicAnd my dreams were uncommonGuess I gone crazy, first deal changed meRobbed blind, basically raped meRan through the bullshit like a MatadorJust made me madder and adamant to go at emAnd even the score so, I went harderStudied the Carters till a deal was offeredSlept cold on the floor recording, at four in the morningAnd now I'm passin' the bar like a lawyerImmigrant, art ignorantYa ill intent was insurance for my benefitHate be inconsiderateBut the Industry took my innocenceToo late, now I'm in this bitch!You don't know the halfThis shit get realValley girls giving blowjobs for LouboutinsWhat you call that?Head over heelsNo money, no familySixteen in the middle of MiamiNo money, no familySixteen in the middle of MiamiNo money, no familySixteen in the middle of MiamiI've been up all night, tryna get that richI've been work work work work working on my shitMilked the whole game twice, gotta get it how I liveI've been work work work work working on my shitNow get this workNow get this workNow get this workNow get this workWorking on my shitPledge allegiance to the struggleAin't been easyBut cheers to Peezy for the weeks we lived out of duffleBags is all we hadDo anything for my Mama, I love youOne day I'll pay you back for the sacrificeThat ya managed to muscleSixteen, you sent me through customs soAll aboard my spaceship to MercuryTurn First at the light that's in front me'Cause every night I'mma do it like it's my lastThis dream is all that I need'Cause its all that I ever hadNow get this workNow get this workNow get this workNow get this workWorking on my shitNow get this workNow get this workNow get this workNow get this workWorking on my shit
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Iggy Azalea
Amethyst Amelia Kelly (born 7 June 1990), better known by her stage name Iggy Azalea is an Australian hip hop recording artist signed to Grand Hustle Records and model represented by Wilhelmina Models. She is perhaps better known for her promotional songs "Pu$$y", "My World" and "Murda Bizness" whose music videos went viral on YouTube. On 27 September 2011, Azalea released her first project, a mixtape titled Ignorant Art, saying she made it "with the intent to make people question and redefine old ideals". more »
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Electronic, Hip Hop, Pop
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Pop Rap, Trap
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Written by: JONATHAN SHAVE, AMETHYST AMELIA KELLY, MARKOUS ROBERTS, JASON PEBWORTH, GEORGE ASTASIO, NATALIE SIMS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Work" is a song by Australian rapper Iggy Azalea, released as her debut single from her first studio album "The New Classic" on 17 March 2013. |
Chart PerformanceThe track peaked at number 17 on the UK Singles Chart and reached number six on the Billboard Hot Dance/Electronic Songs. |
ProducerThis track was produced by 1st Down and The Invisible Men, who have partnered with Azalea on many other tracks. |
Personal and AutobiographicalThis song is semi-autobiographical, as it narrates Azalea's journey from cleaning houses in Australia to making it big in the music industry in America. |
Music VideoThe music video, released on Azalea's official Vevo account, has amassed over 300 million views. It was directed by Jonas & Francois and showcases multiple settings, including Azalea working at, supposedly, inauspicious jobs before hitting the big time. |
Award Nominations"Work" was nominated for Best Art Direction and Best New Artist at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards. |
Lyrics MeaningThe lyrics of the song talk about a woman's hard work, dedication, and the struggle to succeed. It's reflective of Azalea's background and her move to the United States as a teenager to pursue a music career. |
Collaboration RejectionsBefore "Work" was released, Azalea had tried to collaborate with several songwriters for her album, but was turned down. These experiences are reflected in the song's lyrics. |
Album Success"Work" helped establish Azalea's presence and contributed to the commercial success of her debut album, which peaked at number three on the Billboard 200 chart. |
Radio PerformanceThe song was a radio success in the UK and was added to the BBC Radio 1Xtra "A List" a month after its release. |
Genres"Work" is a trap-pop song with elements of electronic music. |
Live PerformancesAzalea has performed "Work" live at major events including the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards and The Ellen DeGeneres Show. |
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