Google Google
| "Google Google" | |
|---|---|
| Song by Vijay, Andrea Jeremiah, Krishna Iyer and Joe | |
| from the album Thuppakki | |
| Released | 10 October 2012 |
| Recorded | 2011–2012 |
| Genre | Electronic dance music, pop |
| Length | 6:09 |
| Label | Gemini Audio |
| Composer(s) | Harris Jayaraj |
| Lyricist(s) | Madhan Karky |
| Producer(s) | Harris Jayaraj |
| Thuppakki track listing | |
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| Music video | |
| "Google Google" on YouTube | |
"Google Google" is an Indian Tamil song composed by Harris Jayaraj for the soundtrack of the 2012 film Thuppakki directed by AR Murugadoss. The song written by Madhan Karky and was sung by Vijay and Andrea Jeremiah with rap portions by Krishna Iyer and Joe.[1][2]
Production
[edit]Initially, Vijay was not supposed to be a part of the song, but he became one of the singers after singing the song in a jiffy, marking his return to singing after a sabbatical.[3][4] For the song, Vijay flew in three times to Mumbai.[5] The songs alludes to Vijay's inclusion with the opening line "This is [for] Veejay,[6] and it uses online platform jargons such as Google and Yahoo.[7][8]
Release and reception
[edit]The teaser for the song was released on 1 November 2012.[9] Upon release, the song was a chartbuster.[10][11] The success of the song further prompted to Vijay to sing several songs for his subsequent films.[12] The making video featuring Vijay, Kajal Aggarwal, Andrea Jeremiah and the film crew was released on 2 November 2012.[13][14] Krish and Andrea Jeremiah sang the song at the 6th Vijay Awards.[15] Shah Rukh Khan and Vijay danced to the song at the 7th Vijay Awards.[16][17] Udhayanidhi Stalin named his dog Google after the song.[18]
Critical reception
[edit]A critic from The Hindu wrote that "There are seven songs in the album and ‘Google Google,’ sung by actor Vijay, is the best. The engineer-turned-lyricist Karky has used English words appealingly in the song".[19] A critic from Behindwoods wrote that "The words are carefully penned to cater to the youth’s current sensibilities like nightlife, internet and so forth. The song serves as perfect platform for Vijay to return as a singer and he performs it in a gracefully laidback style that’s a reflection of his personality".[1] Karthik Srinivasan of Milliblog wrote that "Vijay does well in Google google, a basic, but foot-tapping song where Andrea provides excellent support".[20] A critic from Moviecrow wrote that "this is easily the pick of the album with everything working perfectly well in unison. The highlight of course is ilayathalpathy Vijay, who has belt out the song with effortless rendition and cutely complemented by Andrea Jeremiah".[21] A critic from Rediff.com wrote that "the interludes are all filled with weird and wonderful sounds as is usual in a Harris Jeyaraj number".[6] A critic from Indiaglitz wrote that "The opening song of the album, 'Google Google' is an all-out techno dance number that is going to have a few legs shaking after the release of the film. Compared to other songs sung by Vijay, it is very urban and is full of sound effects, which go well with the beats".[22] A critic from the IANS wrote that "Google Google", crooned by Vijay and Andrea Jeremiah with good-humoured lyrics, is an uplifting foot-tapping disco number. The lyrics subtly touch upon the susceptibility of modern-day relationship between a boy and girl".[23]
Charts
[edit]Weekly charts
[edit]| Chart (2012) | Week | Position | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai (Behindwoods) | October 19-November 1 | 1 | [24] |
| November 2-November 15 | 1 | [25] | |
| November 30-December 13 | 4 |
Accolades
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Winner | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 7th Vijay Awards | Favourite Song | Harris Jayaraj | Won | [26] |
| Filmfare Awards South | Best Lyricist – Tamil | Madhan Karky | Nominated | [27] | |
| Best Female Playback Singer – Tamil | Andrea Jeremiah | Nominated | |||
| SIIMA Awards | Best Male Playback Singer | Vijay | Nominated | [citation needed] | |
| Edison Awards | Best Lyricist | Madhan Karky | Won | [28] |
References
[edit]- ^ a b "THUPPAKKI MUSIC REVIEW". Behindwoods.com. Archived from the original on 29 May 2023. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "Nokia To Google Google: Five energetic hit songs of Andrea Jeremiah". Zoom. 22 May 2021. Archived from the original on 22 May 2021. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ Venkatramesh, Sidarthan (3 March 2018). "Vijay is a born singer, says Krishna Iyer". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 7 December 2022. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "Thuppakki music by September". The Times of India. 21 August 2012. Archived from the original on 3 January 2013. Retrieved 25 August 2012.
- ^ S, Venkadesan (13 October 2012). "'Thuppakki' is my dream project: Vijay". The New Indian Express.
- ^ a b Srinivasan, Pavithra. "Review: Thuppakki's music has nothing new to offer". Rediff.com. Archived from the original on 7 November 2023. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "Karky's next for Vijay after 'Google Google'". The Times of India. 31 May 2013. Archived from the original on 19 June 2024. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "Thuppakki teaser and audio released". Sify. 10 October 2012. Archived from the original on 26 December 2012. Retrieved 9 March 2013.
- ^ "Thuppakki: 'Google Google' song teaser". The Times of India. 1 November 2012. Archived from the original on 5 March 2015. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "Thuppakki to score a century". The Times of India. 19 February 2013. Archived from the original on 19 June 2024. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "Thuppakki on Nov 9th with U certificate!". The Times of India. 5 November 2012. Archived from the original on 30 June 2023. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "'Singer' Vijay in demand in Kollywood". The Times of India. 12 June 2013. Archived from the original on 19 June 2024. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "Thuppakki "Google Google" Making Video". www.moviecrow.com. Archived from the original on 4 November 2012. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "Making of Google Google video out!". The Times of India. 2 November 2012. Archived from the original on 19 June 2024. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ Kamath, Sudhish (30 October 2012). "The winning tune". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 21 September 2018. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "Shahrukh Khan shakes a leg with Vijay". The Times of India. 13 May 2013. Archived from the original on 19 June 2024. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ Baig, Udhav (14 May 2013). "Stars, big and small". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 7 March 2014.
- ^ Karthik, Janani; Dutt, Purba (7 November 2013). "Udhayanidhi's dog named after Vijay's hit". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 26 May 2016. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "Click on 'Google'". The Hindu. 13 October 2012. Archived from the original on 19 June 2024. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ Karthik (10 October 2012). "Thuppaki (Music review), Tamil – Harris Jayaraj". Milliblog!. Archived from the original on 19 June 2024. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "Thuppaki Music Review". www.moviecrow.com. Archived from the original on 15 December 2012. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "Thuppakki Music review songs lyrics". IndiaGlitz.com. Archived from the original on 19 June 2024. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "'Thuppakki' refreshingly classy". IANS. 12 October 2012. Archived from the original on 19 June 2024. Retrieved 18 June 2024 – via India Forums.
- ^ "TOP 10 SONGS". Behindwoods. Archived from the original on 23 October 2017. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "TOP 10 SONGS". Behindwoods. Archived from the original on 11 November 2017. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "Thuppakki sweeps Vijay Awards!". The Times of India. 17 May 2013. Archived from the original on 29 September 2017. Retrieved 18 June 2024.
- ^ "60th Idea Filmfare Awards 2013 (South) Nominations". Filmfare. 4 July 2013. Archived from the original on 20 January 2017. Retrieved 4 June 2014.
- ^ "Edison Awards 2013 – Winners / Jury Award Announcement". Edison Awards. Archived from the original on 17 February 2013. Retrieved 9 March 2013.