Title (song)

"Title"
Song by Meghan Trainor
from the album Title
Released 2014
Recorded The Carriage House
(Nolensville, Tennessee)
Genre Soca-pop
Length 2:54
Label Epic
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s) Kevin Kadish
Title (EP) track listing
"All About That Bass"
(1)		 "Title"
(2)		 "Dear Future Husband"
(3)
Title track listing
"Walkashame"
(8)		 "Title"
(9)		 "What If I"
(10)

"Title" is a song by American singer and songwriter Meghan Trainor from her debut extended play and studio album of the same name from 2014 and 2015, respectively. Trainor collaborated with Kevin Kadish during the songwriting process, who also produced it. "Title" is a soca-pop recording, which additionally incorporates elements of folk and ska. Its lyrical content delves on the singer demanding her love interest to put a name on their relationship status. In 2015, Trainor released a music video for "Title" directed by Anthony Phan. The video for "Title" was released via the special edition of its parent album. It peaked at number 9 in New Zealand and number 100 on the US Billboard Hot 100, being certified Gold in both the countries. Trainor performed the song at MTV, in a session for the National Post, during the Jingle Ball Tour 2014 and on her That Bass and MTrain tours.

Background and composition

"Title" was written by Trainor and Kadish, and produced by the latter. Trainor felt that "Title" showcased what her artistic style was about, and said that she loved that it showed a little Caribbean drum before the chorus and a rap bridge that was a new sound for her.[1] It was described by the singer as "call me your girlfriend, I'm sick of being your boo thing, so call me your girlfriend and give me that title".[2] Trainor played ukulele on the song, while Kadish programmed, mixed, recorded and engineered it. He also played the electric guitar, bass, acoustic guitar and synthesizer on "Title". Mastering was handled by Dave Kutch whereas David Baron played piano and organ on the song.

"Title" is a soca-pop song which runs for a duration of 2 minutes and 54 seconds (2:54).[3] It blends horns and background vocals with ukulele folk-pop and island percussion morphed into a programmed beat. It contains handclaps and subtle modern sound effects.[4] Trainor uses an assertive throwback aural tone on the song.[5] The rap verse in "Title" was compared to the works of Australian rapper Iggy Azalea and American duo Karmin.[4] The song's lyrics see Trainor demanding her lover to put a name on their relationship status.[6] Christina Garibaldi of MTV News wrote that the song serves a lesson for women not to settle for a friends-with-benefits relationship.[7]

Music video

Background and concept

A music video for "Title" was shot in Los Angeles on October 21, 2014, at a downtown movie palace.[8] It was directed by Anthony Phan. Its premise follows a theme inspired by the AAU Mr. America pageant. Trainor was accompanied by several film makers and male models who wore sashes, while sporting a sparkling dress and lime green fur for the shoot.[6] The music video was released on November 20, 2015, on the special edition of the album.[9]

Synopsis

The video begins with Trainor performing "Title" accompanied by her ukulele and background dancers, interspersed with shots of Trainor's brother Ryan filming the performance. The venue is then revealed to be a "Mister America" pageant. Trainor then, while singing, introduces the contestants of the pageant, wearing a black coloured coat. Trainor continues performing, while the contestants walk down the ramp. Trainor is shown singing, while sitting on a couch of flowers, donning a crown and a white gown. The contestants are depicted in a gymnasium, performing weight-lifting and other exercises. The half-naked contestants walk down the ramp, dance, and cycle, as Trainor's performance progresses. Trainor is then shown singing the song on royal staircases, in a pastel-coloured gown and lime fur. Trainor presents a crown to the winner of the pageant. The video ends with shots of Trainor's performance interspersed with Trainor and the newly crowned winner walking down the ramp.[10]

Live performances

Trainor performed "Title" live at MTV on October 6, 2014,[1] and in a session for the National Post on October 14.[11] She has also included it in her set lists for the Jingle Ball Tour 2014, the That Bass Tour and the MTrain Tour.[12][13]

Credits and personnel

Credits adapted from the liner notes of Title.[14]

Recording
Personnel

Charts

Chart (2014–15) Peak
position
Belgium (Ultratop 50 Wallonia)[15] 31
New Zealand (Recorded Music NZ)[16] 9
US Billboard Hot 100[17] 100

Certifications

Region Certification Certified units/Sales
New Zealand (RMNZ)[18] Gold 7,500*
United States (RIAA)[19] Gold 500,000^

*sales figures based on certification alone
^shipments figures based on certification alone

References

  1. 1 2 Walker, John (October 6, 2014). "Artist To Watch: Meghan Trainor's All About What's Next". MTV News. Retrieved December 20, 2014.
  2. ↑ Robinson, Peter (August 18, 2014). "Meghan Trainor interview: 'I didn't realise the world would be calling me within five weeks'". Popjustice. Retrieved December 18, 2014.
  3. ↑ "Meghan Trainor Releases 'Title' EP Cover Art & Preview of New Song". DirectLyrics. SpinMedia. August 30, 2014.
  4. 1 2 DeVille, Chris (September 11, 2014). "The Week In Pop: So, What Else Does 'All About That Bass' Singer Meghan Trainor Have To Offer?". Stereogum. Retrieved December 18, 2014.
  5. ↑ "'Tuned In' review: Beyond 'Bass,' there's not much to Trainor". Knoxville News Sentinel. September 16, 2014. Retrieved December 18, 2014.
  6. 1 2 Dolan, Jon (September 22, 2014). "Meghan Trainor Title Album Review". Rolling Stone. Retrieved December 18, 2014.
  7. ↑ Garibaldi, Christina (September 5, 2014). "Exclusive Song Premiere: 'Kiss' Meghan Trainor's Ass If You Don't Want To Give Her The Girlfriend 'Title'". MTV News. Retrieved December 18, 2014.
  8. ↑ Edwards, Gavin (October 27, 2014). "Meghan Trainor on How She Became 2014's Most Unlikely Pop Star". Rolling Stone. Retrieved December 23, 2014.
  9. ↑ Wass, Mike (October 28, 2015). "Meghan Trainor To Release A Special Edition Of ‘Title’ With Four Bonus Tracks And A DVD (Outside The US)". Idolator. Retrieved December 23, 2015.
  10. ↑ Title (Special Edition) (Media notes). Meghan Trainor. Epic Records. 2015.
  11. ↑ Tucker, Rebecca (October 14, 2014). "National Post Sessions: Meghan Trainor covers Sam Smith’s Stay With Me, and performs her own track, Title". National Post. Retrieved December 23, 2014.
  12. ↑ Roncace, Kelly (December 12, 2014). "Q102 Jingle Ball: Iggy Azalea, Ariana Grande, Nick Jonas and more 'sleigh' annual concert event". NJ. Retrieved December 17, 2014.
  13. ↑ "Meghan Trainor Announces First Headlining Tour". Retrieved 20 December 2014.
  14. ↑ Title (Media notes). Meghan Trainor. Epic Records. 2014.
  15. ↑ "Ultratop.be – Meghan Trainor – Title" (in French). Ultratop 50. Retrieved October 15, 2016.
  16. ↑ "Charts.org.nz – Meghan Trainor – Title". Top 40 Singles. Retrieved January 1, 2015.
  17. ↑ "Meghan Trainor – Chart history" Billboard Hot 100 for Meghan Trainor. Retrieved January 1, 2015.
  18. ↑ "New Zealand single certifications – Meghan Trainor – Title". Recorded Music NZ. Retrieved January 13, 2015.
  19. ↑ "American single certifications – Meghan Trainor – Title". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved August 21, 2015. If necessary, click Advanced, then click Format, then select Single, then click SEARCH
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