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Bruno Mars - Liquor Store Blues
Artist: Bruno Mars
Featuring: Damian Marley
Producer: The Smeezingtons
Album: Doo-Wops & Hooligans
Label: Atlantic/Elektra Records
The word of the day is “Irony.” As in, it is sheer irony for pop/r&b darling-on-the-rise Bruno Mars to get arrested in Las Vegas under suspicion of narcotics possession on Sunday, only to release a single called Liquor Store Blues on Tuesday. Say it with me now: ironyyyyyyy. As the title suggests, this second single from Mars’ upcoming debut album ventures into much darker territory than his previous #1 hit, Just The Way You Are. Lush reggae instrumentation courtesy of Mars’ led production team The Smeezingtons sets a backdrop that is apropos for Damian Marley to lend a verse, while our troubled friend Bruno Mars laments his stagnant life with the help of whiskey and cigarettes. I’m really hoping that Mars isn’t getting too swept up in the whirlwind of his rising fame. He’s so talented on numerous levels (that voice is one in a million), it’d be a shame to see him go the route of Rick James or Whitney Houston. We’ll see if the developing situation affects the scheduled October 5 release date for his amusingly titled upcoming album Doo-Wops & Hooligans. Keep it locked for any updates.
This song first appeared on the
R&B / Pop Chart
on September 27, 2010
Listen to More: Bruno Mars , Damian Marley , Hitmaker, Reggae/Dancehall Written by Stephanie Vaughn
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 I cannot wait to hear Mars' debut, uninterrupted from start to finish, when its available early next month. This is further proof of his diverse and unique talents.
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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Way better than his debut single!
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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damn i cant beleive they let him smle in his mugshot lmfao
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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The elements Mars uses to make a track are more than diverse.Not only is he able to relate to women but flips the switch on this one with reggae-vibed tunes which is a whole another genre from just the way you are.Then gettin a feature from Bob Marley's son makes this single that much worthwhile.Irony or not, there is none when it comes to the talent that Mars exuberates, not just only on this track but more to follow on the album and am certain which everyone will be able to relate too. Do-Woop is a genre that relates to women while Hooligans sacarms to relate to the men.So thus the album title Do-woops and Hooligans.This crooner is definitely in running for album of the year.Get the album out October 5th.Classic!!!
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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Everything Bruno produces is 5 star material. His consistency is amazing, hopefully he can keep his legal issues straight.
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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This track is great. I love Bruno's vocals and they work perfectly over this reggae-style production. If he continues with this diversity in his music his album is going to be an experience...
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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Love it. Bruno Mars is the Truth.
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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Bruno Mars is goin' to be a serious problem, the boy got a gift and he knows how to use it
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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solid track, i would've perferred someone less comercial on the reggae, i don't enjoy damien marley much, but bruno kills it
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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Even better than "Just the Way You Are". I'm really impressed by the fact how Mars talented is.
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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Remarkable!!!
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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This won't be nearly as big of a hit as Just the Way You Are, but its musically far more impressive. If he can stay away from that white girl Mars might just become the best singer and producer in r&b-pop.
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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wow... speechless love it.. makes me feel great going to get some drank right now
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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Every thin Bruno Mars touches turns to gold, and adding junior gong just makes this even better.
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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Nice tune. Bruno gives you that feel good music that just sounds positive.
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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Love it. This song just lets me zone out and forget whats going on in life. And is he saying "drag" or "track" because I thought it was drag but all the lyrics websites are saying track?
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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i'm listening over and over. it's been a long time since i've heard a song this worthy. Instant Classic!
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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Damn this is a great song, Mars' vocals are amazing on this one, and you can't really go wrong when Damian is on a track.
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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Another smasher from Bruno am feeling it.
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2010 |
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I'll be bumping this for a few weeks. Love the melody, the lyrics are tight. Great track.
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| Posted on Sep 23, 2010 |
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i like this much better than just the way you are, maybe because its more uptempo. it flows much smoother.
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| Posted on Sep 23, 2010 |
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I think the weak point here was damion, i don't think he was really needed for this track. just because the production is raggae inspired doesn't necarily mean that they need a raggae singer. Bruno wa fully capable enough to do this track on his own.
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| Posted on Sep 23, 2010 |
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the reggae influence in Hawaii is huge and it shows in his voice. i dont think there is another r&b singer who would be able to pull this off.
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| Posted on Sep 23, 2010 |
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Hot lyrics, great beat
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| Posted on Sep 24, 2010 |
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i absolutly luvvvv Bruno mars! The singin was dope! Damian did his thing to doe. Dont we all have liquor store blues (well nt mie cause im still in high skewl, but da rest of yall!)
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| Posted on Sep 24, 2010 |
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| Posted on Sep 24, 2010 |
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If this is any indication of the material that will be showcased on Mars' upcoming album I'm excited...
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| Posted on Sep 25, 2010 |
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I prefer Just The Way You Are, but these are two unique, very impressive products. Bruno has a promising future. I hope he makes it out of this narcotics thing alright.
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| Posted on Sep 25, 2010 |
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This was fantastic
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| Posted on Sep 27, 2010 |
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This Pretty Sick !
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| Posted on Sep 27, 2010 |
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| Posted on Sep 28, 2010 |
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This track is amazing... It really shows where Bruno he came from. It's nice to see that he still sticks to his roots...
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| Posted on Sep 29, 2010 |
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Wow. Bruno Mars... the more I hear from him the more I love him. Can't wait for his album to drop!!! Love the smooth soft quality of his voice, but really love when he shows the raw emotional aspect of his vocals. Love the reggae vibe of this track & love the Damien Marley appearance. Get em Bruno Mars! Album releases in less than a week, can't wait to get my hands & ears on it.
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| Posted on Sep 29, 2010 |
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| Posted on Sep 29, 2010 |
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His music's impressive, his talent as a musician is amazing. That track right here is another bangin hit!
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| Posted on Sep 29, 2010 |
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| Posted on Sep 30, 2010 |
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I second DJ Z can't wait to hear a full album of work from this dude. One of the more talented singers pop or R&B to come along in a while.
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| Posted on Sep 30, 2010 |
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wen does Bruno Mars not impress?
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| Posted on Oct 01, 2010 |
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| Posted on Oct 02, 2010 |
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I like the regga trance to this track but still prefer his poppy tracks.
A few more rotations and I guess I will be caught on Planet 'Mars' |
| Posted on Oct 06, 2010 |
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lol i had to come back to this song and comment because a couple weeks after this he got locked up for cocaine, guess its rick james and whitney houston here he comes
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| Posted on Oct 07, 2010 |
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| Posted on Oct 08, 2010 |
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WOW!I love this!
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| Posted on Oct 11, 2010 |
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Great song. Bruno's a talented writer and has a smooth voice. My favorite song off the album, along with the bangin' The Other Side.
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| Posted on Oct 11, 2010 |
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Love the cool melody & the combination. thumbs up!
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| Posted on Oct 11, 2010 |
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