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"Malibu" is the lead single from Chick's alternative rock album, "Someone's Ugly Daughter."[1]

Background[]

Malibu was released on August 22, 1995 through Epic Records. It was written by Mariah along with numerous others. It is the first of two single from the album.[1]

Lyrics Meaning[]

The song "Malibu" by Chick features lyrics that suggest the singer would dump their partner for someone more desirable, and that they are only using their partner for their own benefit. The lyrics mention different fictional characters, such as Malibu Barbie and Suntan Ken, as well as real-life figures, like G.I. Joe and Davy Jones, to express a lack of interest in their partner. The chorus emphasizes the idea of using the partner without any emotional investment in the relationship, and the singer even expresses a desire for their partner to die.

Critical reception[]

On August 26, 1995, Billboard published a review of the single. In their review, it is stated:

"Pop culture fanatics will dig this one, as Chick kicks out lyrical nods to "Melrose Place," Marsha Brady and yes, even Malibu Ken. A snotty female vocals weaves a melody through several retro references, as glitchy guitars grind along. At least it is cooler than Barbie."[1]

Music[]

A music video directed by Mariah Carey was uploaded to YouTube in 2009.[2]

Lyrics[]

Yeah

If I were Malibu Barbie and you were suntan Ken
I’d probably dump your ass for G.I. Joe ‘cause he’s macho,
yeah And if I wear my shit braided, yeah, and you were Keith
Partridge I’d probably cheat on you with Davy Jones, uh oh oh oh oh

You don’t care that I don’t care at all
I’m using you
You don’t care that I don’t care at all

If I were Roger with Jeannie and you were “Melrose Place”
(Melrose Place)
I’d probably blink my eyes and send your ass to “Lost In Space”

You don’t care that I don’t care at all
I’m using you
You don’t care that I don’t care at all
I’m using you
You don’t care that I don’t care at all
Coz I’m only using you
You don’t care that I don’t care at all

You know I think you’re kinda stupid
Why can’t you get it through your big fat head
I hate you, I hate you, I wish you were dead (wish you were dead)

You don’t care that I don’t care at all
I’m using you
You don’t care that I don’t care at all
I’m only using you
You don’t care that I don’t care at all
Coz I’m only using, only using
You don’t care that I don’t care at all

Using, using, using, using
I’m using you
‘Cause I’m only using, using, using you
I’m using you
I’m using, using, using, using, you

If I were Malibu Barbie and you were suntan Ken

References[]

Someone's Ugly Daughter
September 5, 1995 • 36:18 • Epic Records
Songs
Released AgonyDementedFreakHermitJoeLove Is a ScamMalibuProm QueenStork: Orphan In My RoomSurrenderViolent
Artists
Chick
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