Genre | Synth pop, electro
Written & Produced | Giselle & CoNtr0V3rsy
Release Date | July 18, 2012
Label | E Records

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Song Information

"Glamorous Life", the first single from Giselle's yet to be titled fourth studio album; unveils a different sound than her "cold, and robotic" previous album. The song largely inspired by the notorious lifestyles of the rich & famous, gives a different side to fame--the much darker side. The song was written by Giselle, and produced by long time collaborator CoNtr0V3rsy. The song follows the direction of the album, which will be largely be based on fame and the modern celebrity from an outside perspective. Giselle wrote the song while on tour, and looking at all the reckless celebrities. And the seemingly had one thing in common--they all seemed to cry for help. A help for either love, friends, or family; which draws back to the question of whether money actually buys happiness. The song specifically speaks of a woman who has it all, according to the outside. But in the inside, she's miserable and buys expensive things to make her feel happy, but this happiness is short and fleeting. Which makes her look for look for love in all the wrong places, and eventually alcohol abuse. The album will be based on this character, as we watch her rise and fall from fame. Giselle was reluctant to release singles,because she felt this would ruin concept of the album. But eventually decided it was alright to do so.

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Composition & Lyrics

"Glamorous Life" is completely different from Giselle's last album "Robot Lover". The song tacks on a more warmer tone, with dominant synthesizers and bass line. The instrumental gives a contrast to Giselle's voice, which is sung softly, in an lullaby sort of way. Giselle wanted the song to sound like diamonds in a melody, yet laid back and soft. The song was lyrically inspired by the work of Prince, one of Giselle's idols. It also changes the chorus from English to French, Giselle decided to do this after writing the line "vacations in Saint-Tropez". After seeing how well it fitted, she kept it. The French line serves as the bridge and is spoken in a soft voice. Many of the lyrics are based on Classic Hollywood films such as "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes", and and various other pop culture phrases.

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Magie: This is beautiful! the melodies are soft and clena but the lyrics are hard and tough, it's an amazing contrast created over a song. I loved it good job Giselle!

Lelannd: YESSS GISELLE! I told you girl that you were so talented, I love the concept and the artwork is BEAT baby! Can't wait to see you for the shoot! Muah my baby.

Radio: I wish I lived that.. great single doll. You better shine on this one.

Serenity: This song is great Giselle. You've got me repeating the hook over and over in my head. Can't wait for a video if there is one.

Cassie: This song is definitely not talking about me but oh how I wish it was. Anyways as usual you've put out another hit song. Keep up the good work girl.

Giselle: Thanks for the compliments guys! I love that its being well received by you all. I love telling a story and sharing it in my music.