After graduating from high school, she moved to New York City and studied acting at New York University. She also learned to play the guitar and sent a demo tape to the College Music Journal and Grand Royal, a record label headed by the Beastie Boys. Her debut album, Strictly Platinum, gained her some notoriety for being one of very few white rappers, as well as for her openness regarding her Jewish heritage and gender-related issues.
Princess Superstar has collaborated with Kool Keith, Jon Spencer, MC Paul Barman, the High and Mighty, The Prodigy, Moby, Disco D and others. Some of the producers that worked with her include Prince Paul, Curtis Curtis, Beth Orton, Arthur Baker, Jacques Lu Cont, Junior Sanchez, Todd Terry, and DJ Mighty Mi from the High and Mighty.
Her biggest single so far has been "Bad Babysitter," which was chart position #11 in the UK. In 2007, a mash-up was created using Princess Superstar's "Perfect" and "Exceeder" by DJ Mason. The resulting track was called "Perfect Exceeder." It has become another one of Princess Superstar's top songs.
I'm In Love With The Music Biz
Princess Superstar Lyrics
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I'd say it's a beautiful day!
Ready to go hang up flyers on Avenue A?
What's that tiny sparrow?
Oh you're all tuckered out from your day job
Well you know what I do when I'm feeling down..
I shove my ass into a bustle and I march into the biggest office
of the biggest record company, and I say..
I'm in love with the music biz, it gives me such a thrill
Shopping my tape, the look on your face as I let out a trill
I'm in love with the music biz, hey sparrow don't you agree
We'll find the dirtiest van we can, a rolling home for you and me!
I'm enchante with the A & are department
They say I'll go far but don't play guitar
Good heavens, yessir right a way!
Light and gay is the way I feel when I'm beggin' a deal
They always say no,but cause I'm so po'
I always enjoy my meal!
The check's just in time it's from BMI
For $5.39 let's get in the line for welfare
There, there
Lawyers, publicists, radio promoters
With tight fitting jeans and cars that use motors
Round the maypole
A-hole!
We tiptoed into the studio a smidgen past noon
Mr. Sparrow, a pidgeon, and Suits the baboon
An animal orchestra if you please
Suits! You're getting pawprints on all the CD's
I'm in love with the music biz
Operator! David Geffen, ring me through
Princess Superstar's holding the line
And TELL HIM I'VE GOT SOMETHING NEW!!!
The song "I'm In Love With The Music Biz" by Princess Superstar is an upbeat, satirical take on the music industry. The lyrics focus on the singer's love for the music business, despite all of its flaws and absurdities. The song begins with the singer addressing a sparrow and asking if it is ready to help hang up flyers for her music on Avenue A. The sparrow is tired from its day job, but the singer suggests that they can both find solace in the music biz. The singer then describes her love for the A&R department and her attempts at getting a record deal. She notes that she always enjoys her meal, even though she is often rejected. She also mentions the various people involved in the industry, including lawyers, publicists, and radio promoters, many of whom have expensive jeans and cars. The song concludes with the singer in the studio with a pigeon and a baboon, excitedly telling the operator to connect her with David Geffen.
The lyrics of "I'm In Love With The Music Biz" are full of satire and irony, making fun of the absurdities and contradictions of the music industry. The singer's love for the industry is portrayed as both genuine and ridiculous, as she goes to great lengths to pursue her dreams. The song is both a critique of the industry and a celebration of its quirks and oddities.
Line by Line Meaning
Good Morning Mr. Sparrow!
A greeting to a little bird, evoking a happy day full of possibilities
I'd say it's a beautiful day!
Expressing appreciation for the day's beauty and potential
Ready to go hang up flyers on Avenue A?
Asking if the bird is prepared for some street promotion work
What's that tiny sparrow?
A playful question to an animal that can't answer
Oh you're all tuckered out from your day job
Acknowledging the bird's imaginary work, probably to humanize it
Well you know what I do when I'm feeling down..
Introducing a personal anecdote, suggesting empathy and relatability
I shove my ass into a bustle and I march into the biggest office of the biggest record company, and I say..
Showing determination, provocative attitude, and self-assurance
I'm in love with the music biz, it gives me such a thrill
Expressing enthusiasm and passion for the music industry
Shopping my tape, the look on your face as I let out a trill
Describing the joy and excitement of showcasing her talent in front of prospects
I'm in love with the music biz, hey sparrow don't you agree
Asking the bird hypothetically if it shares the excitement and endearment for the industry
We'll find the dirtiest van we can, a rolling home for you and me!
Proposing a gritty lifestyle, full of adventure, freedom, and uncertainty
I'm enchante with the A & are department
Expressing satisfaction and admiration for the Artist and Repertoire department of a record company
They say I'll go far but don't play guitar
Quoting someone else's assessment of her talent and potential, but mentioning an unexpected detail
Good heavens, yessir right a way!
Creating a juxtaposition between polite etiquette and wild ambition
Light and gay is the way I feel when I'm beggin' a deal
Suggesting a positive, lively mood when interacting with industry executives
They always say no,but cause I'm so po'
Admitting the hardships of being poor and unknown, but also suggesting resilience and perseverance
I always enjoy my meal!
Indicating a strong appetite, both literal and metaphorical
The check's just in time it's from BMI
Referring to a payment from a performing rights organization
For $5.39 let's get in the line for welfare
Jokingly implying that even with some money, life as an emerging artist is still a struggle
There, there
A meaningless interjection, probably used to fill space or create a rhythm
Lawyers, publicists, radio promoters
Listing some key players in the music industry
With tight fitting jeans and cars that use motors
Adding a playful, satirical comment about some industry stereotypes
Round the maypole
A surreal, nonsensical image, probably meant to evoke chaos or absurdity
A-hole!
A rude insult, probably directed at someone in particular, or at the world in general
We tiptoed into the studio a smidgen past noon
Setting the scene for a recording session, using a cute, casual tone
Mr. Sparrow, a pidgeon, and Suits the baboon
Mentioning some animal characters without explanation, suggesting a non-literal, playful narrative
An animal orchestra if you please
Inviting the listener to imagine a surreal soundscape
Suits! You're getting pawprints on all the CD's
Correcting a chaotic behavior from one of the animals, with a mix of annoyance and amusement
I'm in love with the music biz
Reiterating the central idea of the song, adding a tone of triumph and excitement
Operator! David Geffen, ring me through
A cliché expression to reach a powerful executive directly
Princess Superstar's holding the line
Asserting her identity and probably using a nickname for herself
And TELL HIM I'VE GOT SOMETHING NEW!!!
Urging the operator to deliver a message or a demo to the target of her desire
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