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Artist: The Weeknd

"Popular" by The Weeknd, featuring Madonna and Playboi Carti, is a critical exploration of the depths people will plumb in their quest for fame. The song delves into the life of someone obsessed with becoming a celebrated figure, depiccting the extent to which she is willing to manipulate her image and surroundings to achieve notoriety. It paints a vivid picture of a person who, despite outward appearances of reluctance, actively seeks out the limelight, even to the point of colluding with paparazzi to maintain her visibility. The Weeknd's lyrics describe a woman who is not just after fasme but addicted to the validation that comes with it, likening it to a drug that she can't live without. This addiction is so deep that she would do anything, including compromising her morals or even engaging in extreme acts, to remain in the spotlight. The chorus poignantly highlights this desperation, revealing a willingness to "sell her soul" or "kill anyone" just to be seen and adored by the masses. Madonna's contributions lend an experienced perspective on fame, showcasing the relentless pursuit and the toll it takes on one's sense of self and integrity. The song, through its collaboration with Madonna and Playboi Carti, bridges generations of pop culture, offering a timeless commentary on the perils of fame and the unyielding desire for popularity that drives the entertainment industry. It's a modern cautionary tale about the illusion of stardom and the sacrifices made at the altar of popularity. The narrative woven through "Popular" serves as both a critique and a reflection on celebrity culture, urging listeners to consider the true cost of fame. Through its evocative lyrics and compelling beats, the song stands as a testament to The Weeknd's ability to blend pop culture references with deeper societal observations, making "Popular" a poignant piece on the all-consuming chase for recognition in the modern age.

Popular Lyrics

Popular by The Weeknd

[Intro: Madonna & The Weeknd]
I've seen the devil
Down Sunset
In every place
In every face
Yeah (Uh, uh)
Yeah (Uh, uh)

[Verse 1: The Weeknd]
Tell me, do you see her? (Yeah; uh) She's livin' her life (Uh)
Even if she acts like she don't want the limelight (Uh, yeah; uh, uh)
But if you knew her (Yeah-yeah; uh), she lives a lie
She calls the paparazzi, then she acts surprised
Oh

[Pre-Chorus: The Weeknd]
Oh, I know what she needs (Oh-oh; uh)
She just want the fame, I know what shе fiends (Oh-oh; uh, yeah)
Give hеr a little taste, runnin' back to me (Oh-oh; uh)
Put it in her veins, pray her soul to keep, ooh
Ooh, every night (Every night; uh), she prays to the sky
Flashin' lights is all she ever wants to see

[Chorus: The Weeknd]
Beggin' on her knees to be popular
That's her dream, to be popular (Ha)
Kill anyone to be popular (Hm)
Sell her soul to be popular (Popular)
Just to be popular (Uh-huh)
Everybody scream 'cause she popular (Ha)
She mainstream 'cause she popular
Never be free 'cause she popular

[Post-Chorus: Playboi Carti & The Weeknd]
Money on top of me, money on top of her (Uh-huh)
Money on top of me, money on top of her (Uh-huh)
Yeah, shawty f**k with me 'cause she know I'm popular (Uh-huh)
Yeah, shawty f**k with me 'cause she know I'm popular

[Verse 2: Madonna & The Weeknd]
I know that you see me (Huh), time's gone by (Uh, uh)
Spent my whole life runnin' from your flashin' lights
Try to own it (Uh), but I'm alright (Uh, yeah)
You can't take my soul without a f**kin' fight (Uh)
Oh

[Pre-Chorus: The Weeknd, The Weeknd & Madonna]
Oh, I know what she needs (Oh-oh; uh, yeah)
She just want the fame, I know what she fiends (Oh-oh; uh, yeah)
Give her a little taste, runnin' back to me (Oh-oh; uh, yeah)
Put it in her veins, pray her soul to keep, ooh (Uh)
Ooh, every night (Every night), she prays to the sky (Ha)
Flashin' lights is all she ever wants to see

[Chorus: The Weeknd & Madonna, The Weeknd]
Beggin' on her knees to be popular (Huh)
That's her dream, to be popular (Hey)
Kill anyone to be popular (Hm)
Sell her soul to be popular (Popular)
Just to be popular (Uh-huh)
Everybody scream 'cause she popular (Ha)
She mainstream 'cause she popular
Never be free 'cause she popular
[Post-Chorus: Playboi Carti & The Weeknd]
Money on top of me, money on top of her (Uh-huh)
Money on top of me, money on top of her (Uh-huh)
Yeah, shawty f**k with me 'cause she know I'm popular (Uh)
Yeah, shawty f**k with me 'cause she know I'm popular (Uh)
Money on top of me, money on top of her (Uh-huh)
Money on top of me, money on top of her (Uh-huh)
Yeah, shawty f**k with me 'cause she know I'm popular (Uh-huh)
Yeah, shawty f**k with me 'cause she know I'm popular

[Bridge: Playboi Carti, The Weeknd & Madonna]
I'm gettin' money and I'm keepin' it
I'm gettin' cash and I'm keepin' it
Money on top of me, money on top of her
Yeah, shawty f**k with me 'cause she know I'm popular
Pop-popular, born to be popular
She in debt, twenty mill', but she run it up
She can never be broke 'cause she popular
Turn the webcam on for the followers (Hahahahaha)

[Chorus: The Weeknd & Madonna, The Weeknd]
Beggin' on her knees to be popular
That's her dream, to be popular (Ha)
Kill anyone to be popular (Hm)
Sell her soul to be popular (Popular)
Just to be popular (Uh-huh)
Everybody scream 'cause she popular (Ha)
She mainstream 'cause she popular
Never be free 'cause she popular

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