On This Day in Pink History… 26th July 2012, Blow Me (One Last Kiss) music video was released
In Summer 2012, Pink was back with her new single, Blow Me (One Last Kiss). The music video was released on 26th July 2012 on MTV and VEVO. The video was directed by Dave Meyers who has directed many of Pink’s music videos. The video, with opening titles in French, was shot in black and white, but a colour version was leaked online in August.
The video begins with Pink having a picnic with her love interest (Sebastian de la Forza). The two lean in for a kiss, which is interrupted by him taking a phone call. Pink splashes him with red wine, and walks away through the trees. She meets another man on his motorbike (Alexander Ercheverria) and goes home with him. He draws a portrait of her. Pink watches through the window as many female guests arrive for a party the man has organised. During the party, she dances with one of the women until she is interrupted by the man who brought her home. Pink wears a black suit with her hair pushed back and dances with the woman (Mosh). The man gets down on one knee and proposes. Pink accepts by giving him her hand but is disappointed to find out the proposal was meant for her dance partner. During their wedding ceremony, Pink is dressed completely in black, as if she is attending a funeral. A flying bike appears above the guests (Andreas-Holm Hansen), which is carrying a heart-shaped balloon. The balloon pops, and red liquid covers the guests as Pink sings and dances cheerfully. She joins the driver of the flying bike, and they fly away together at the end of this video clip across the countryside, into the sunset, under a bridge, over trees and up close to a big hill on the high flying bicycle with eagle wings.
In the summer of 2006, the immensely talented and multi-faceted artist Pink embarked on a captivating journey that saw her grace the stages of clubs all across America. This exhilarating tour was in support of her highly acclaimed fourth studio album, aptly titled “I’m Not Dead.” The tour not only showcased Pink’s powerhouse vocals and electrifying stage presence but also allowed fans to experience her raw and unapologetic artistry up close and personal.
As Pink took to the road, her undeniable talent and magnetic energy reverberated through each venue she encountered. Fans flocked from far and wide, eager to catch a glimpse of this fearless performer in action. The intimacy of the club setting created an unparalleled connection between Pink and her audience, fostering an atmosphere of pure excitement and infectious energy that was palpable in every performance.
Yahoo Music, always at the forefront of capturing captivating moments in music history, embarked on this journey with Pink, documenting her tour and providing an exclusive glimpse into her life on the road. With their cameras rolling, they captured the euphoric highs and the vulnerable moments that made Pink’s journey all the more compelling.
From the electrifying opening chords to the heartfelt ballads that moved fans to tears, Pink’s live performances during the “I’m Not Dead” tour were nothing short of unforgettable. Her ability to command the stage with such finesse and authenticity showcased her evolution as an artist, proving once again why she was considered a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.
Throughout her career, Pink has always pushed boundaries and defied expectations, using her music as a platform to address important social issues and convey powerful messages of empowerment and self-acceptance. The “I’m Not Dead” tour was no exception, as Pink fearlessly showcased her unwavering commitment to standing up for what she believes in and championing causes close to her heart.
As the tour came to an end, it was evident that Pink had left an indelible mark on both her fans and the music industry as a whole. The “I’m Not Dead” tour was a testament to her extraordinary talent, unwavering dedication, and relentless passion for her craft. It served as a powerful reminder that Pink was not just an artist, but a true force of nature, unafraid to use her voice to inspire and ignite change.
So, here is what happened….
Rehearsals
Day off
First day of the trip
First show – San Francisco
Las Vegas – a date with Carey
Las Vegas show day
Tattoos
Setlist
Cuz I Can
Trouble
Just Like a Pill
Stupid Girls
Who Knew
Lady Marmalade
Family Portrait
18 Wheeler
Lonely Girl
I’m Not Dead
Don’t Let Me Get Me
There You Go
What’s Up
Leave Me Alone (I’m Lonely)
Mercedes Benz
The One That Got Away
Dear Mr President
Get the Party Started
Tour Dates
27th June 2006, Fillmore Auditorium – San Francisco
28th June 2006, Avalon Theatre – Avalon
30th June 2006, The Beach at Mandalay Bay – Las Vegas
On This Day in #PinkHistory… 14th July 2022, Irrelevant was released
Irrelevant is a song by Pink as a surprise release single on July 14, 2022, through RCA Records. It was written by the Pink and the track’s producer Ian Fitchuk. A pop punk and pop rock song, it features lyrics advocating for fighting over one’s rights and touching on trolls, hypocrites, bad political decisions, and the continued fight for women’s rights. Additionally she references Cyndi Lauper’s Girls Just Want to Have Fun (1983) and the Who’s The Kids Are Alright (1965). The song was highly inspired by the overrule of Roe v. Wade by the U.S. Supreme Court, as well as hate and troll comments Pink received after she voiced her opinion about the issue. It was praised by music critics, who named the track a “protest anthem”. An accompanying music video, directed by the singer and Brad Comfort, was released a few days later
The music video for Irrelevant was directed by Pink and Brad Comfort premiered on the former’s official YouTube channel in July, 2022. It mixes clips taken on various protests and footage that Pink recorded herself in the studio. Protests shown in the video were from civil rights movement, marches in support of MeToo movement, LGBT rights, Black Lives Matter, and calls for an end to gun violence. The video also shows activists like Tarana Burke and Muhammad Ali, as well as politicians like Donald Trump and Rudy Giuliani. Billboard’s Kyle Denis called the visual “chilling” and tracing a “through-line between past and present struggles for justice”, in addition commenting: “Although [Pink has] become known for her high-flying acrobatic performances, the star gives an equally arresting performance with her anguished delivery of the lyrics.” According to Leach Asmelash of CNN, the singer is protesting against sexism and racism in the video..
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On This Day in Pink History… 3rd July 2012, Blow Me (One Last Kiss) was released
In summer 2012, Pink was back with her new single, Blow Me (One Last Kiss), from her up-coming album, The Truth About Love. Written by Pink, Greg Kurstin, Dann Gallucci, Eric Judy and Isaac Brock, and produced by Kurstin, the song was critically acclaimed and named as “classic Pink”.
Speaking to Billboard Magazine in August 2012, Greg Kurstin revealed that he and the singer had trouble coming up with a name for the track.The producer had been working with Pink on an intense nine-day songwriting session that yielded six songs. One particular track, an empowering breakup anthem in the vein of “So What,” seemed like it might be written and recorded within a day-it just needed a title. “She kept coming back to ‘Let’s throw in the towel,’ and it was one of those things where we had to say, ‘Is that line really the song?'” Kurstin recalled. “So then I came back with ‘Blow me … one last kiss’ and we got really excited. Most of the time with Pink she’s so strong writing lyrics I don’t really interfere. I let her do her thing. That could’ve been the only time I did that.”
Blow Me (One Last Kiss) first appeared on the Australian Singles Chart in mid July 2012, debuting at number 1. The song peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand Top 40 chart. It also debuted at number 13 on the Canadian Hot 100 chart. In Ireland, the song debuted at number 23 on the Irish Singles Chart. In the United Kingdom, the song debuted at number 3 with sales over 70,000 in September 2012 behind Ne-Yo’s Let Me Love You (Until You Learn to Love Yourself) and The Script’s Hall of Fame. Despite of not reaching No.1 in the Singles Chart it did reach No.1 In the UK iTunes Chart, it debuted at number one in Scotland.
In the United States, the song debuted at number 58 on the BillboardHot 100 and peaked at number 5. As of August 2013, Pink is placed joint-third with Lady Gaga (12) behind Rihanna (24) and Beyoncé (14) for most top ten hits for a female artist since 2000. The song also topped the German Airplay Chart, becoming Pink’s tenth consecutive single to do so and increasing her (previously broken) record for the most consecutive number 1 singles in Germany. The song also appeared on the South African Airplay Chart, reaching a peak position of number 2. On Billboard’s Dance/Mix Show Airplay chart, it gave Pink her fourth number-one single on this chart. It has sold 2,164,000 copies in the US as of July 2013.
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There are two versions of the music video for Blow Me (One Last Kiss). The original version is black & white with splashes of colour. The second version is the same, except that it is in colour. The video features opening titles in French and begins with Pink having a picnic with her love interest (Sebastian de la Forza). The two lean in for a kiss, which is interrupted by him taking a phone call. Pink splashes him with red wine, and walks away through the trees. She meets another man on his motorbike (Alexander Ercheverria) and goes home with him. He draws a portrait of her. Pink watches through the window as many female guests arrive for a party the man has organised. During the party, she dances with one of the women until she is interrupted by the man who brought her home. Pink wears a black suit with her hair pushed back and dances with the woman (Mosh). The man gets down on one knee and proposes. Pink accepts by giving him her hand but is disappointed to find out the proposal was meant for her dance partner. During their wedding ceremony, Pink is dressed completely in black, as if she is attending a funeral. A flying bike appears above the guests (Andreas-Holm Hansen), which is carrying a heart-shaped balloon. The balloon pops, and red liquid covers the guests as Pink sings and dances cheerfully. She joins the driver of the flying bike, and they fly away together at the end of this video clip across the countryside, into the sunset, under a bridge, over trees and up close to a big hill on the high flying bicycle with eagle wings.
MTV’s James Montgomery assured Pink’s fans that she hasn’t changed, while crediting the video for its angry and funny nature, saying “While your heroine might be saying she’s a changed woman, the ‘Blow Me’ video proves that she’s not. It’s just as angry as her previous clips, and nearly as funny too.”
The single also came with a b-side, The King is Dead but the Queen is Alive.
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