Pity Party

Melanie Martinez

About Pity Party

"Pity Party" is a song by American recording artist Melanie Martinez based on the 1963 Lesley Gore hit "It's My Party". It was released as the lead single from her debut album, Cry Baby (2015), on June 2, 2015. The music video was released on June 1, 2015. It impacted contemporary hit radio on March 22, 2016.


Year:
2016
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Did my invitations disappear
Why'd I put my heart on every cursive letter?
Tell me why the hell no one is here
Tell me what to do to make it all feel better

Maybe it's a cruel joke on me
Whatever, whatever
Just means there's way more cake for me
Forever, forever

It's my party and I'll cry if I want to
Cry if I want to (cry, cry, cry)
I'll cry until the candles burn down this place
I'll cry until my pity party's in flames
It's my party and I'll cry if I want to
Cry if I want to (cry, cry, cry)
I'll cry until the candles burn down this place
I'll cry until my pity party's in flames

Maybe if I knew all of them well
I wouldn't have been trapped inside this hell that holds me
Maybe if I casted out a spell
But told them decorations were in pastel ribbons

Maybe it's a cruel joke on me
Whatever, whatever
Just means there's way more cake for me
Forever, forever

It's my party and I'll cry if I want to
Cry if I want to (cry, cry, cry)
I'll cry until the candles burn down this place
I'll cry until my pity party's in flames

It's my party and I'll cry if I want to
Cry if I want to (cry, cry, cry)
I'll cry until the candles burn down this place
I'll cry until my pity party's in flames

I'm laughing, I'm crying
It feels like I'm dying
I'm laughing, I'm crying
It feels like I'm dying
I'm laughing, I'm crying
It feels like I'm dying
I'm dying, I'm dying
It's my party and I'll cry if I want to (want to, want to)
It's my party and I'll cry if I want to

It's my party and I'll cry if I want to
Cry if I want to (cry, cry, cry)
I'll cry until the candles burn down this place
I'll cry until my pity party's in flames

It's my party and I'll cry if I want to
Cry if I want to (cry, cry, cry)
I'll cry until the candles burn down this place
I'll cry until my pity party's in flames

It's my party, it's, it's my party
It's my party, it's, it's my party
It's my party and I'll cry if I want to
Cry if I want to (cry, cry, cry)

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Melanie Martinez

Melanie Adele Martinez (born April 28, 1995) is an American singer and songwriter. Born in Astoria, Queens, and raised in Baldwin, New York, she subsequently rose to prominence in 2012 after appearing on the American television vocal talent show The Voice. Rising to fame after releasing hits such as: Dollhouse, Playdate, Crybaby, etc. Her most recent album dates to 2019 with the tittle of K-12, and her next release should be expected in 2022. more »

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Written by: Christopher J Baran, Kara Elizabeth Dioguardi, John Jr Gluck, Wally Gold, Seymour Sy Gottlieb, Melanie Adele Martinez, Herb Wiener

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Production
"Pity Party" was produced by prominent record producer and songwriter, CJ Baran, who has collaborated with a host of other celebrated artists.
Song Inspiration
The song was inspired by a number of sources and has an interpolation of Lesley Gore's 1963 classic, "It's My Party."
Album Single
"Pity Party" is the lead single from Melanie Martinez's debut album, "Cry Baby," released in 2015.
Music Video
The music video for "Pity Party" was directed by Melanie herself, showcasing her talent beyond just singing.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 16 on the Billboard Hot Rock Songs chart and charted in several other countries.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics are representative of feelings of loneliness and disappointment, tying in with the album's overall concept of childhood nostalgia mixed with grown-up emotions.
Platinum Certification
In 2017, "Pity Party" was certified Platinum by the RIAA, marking the sale of over 1 million units.
Song Promotion
She used a unique way of promoting the song by sending her fans party invitations.
Cry Baby Storybook
In addition to the main album, "Pity Party" also featured in the illustrated "Cry Baby" storybook that Martinez created to provide a visual representation of the narrative in the album.
Use in Media
"Pity Party" has been used in the TV show "Superstore," thus adding to its fame.
Public Reception
The song has been well received by both fans and critics, with many praising its catchy hook and lyrics.
Multiple Elements
The song seamlessly combines elements of electropop, doo-wop, and alt-pop, reflecting Melanie's creative range.

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