Ariana Grande's "God is a woman" Explained | Song Stories

Summary

Ariana Grande's 'God is a Woman' is a powerful anthem of sexual liberation and female empowerment. Produced by ILYA, the song has been a chart-topper and features religious and spiritual themes, including a Bible verse recited by Madonna. The music video challenges societal norms, with a cameo from Madonna and a reinterpretation of Michelangelo's 'Creation of Adam' featuring women, showcasing Grande's defiance against critics and her embrace of feminine strength.

Takeaways

• 🎶 Ariana Grande's single 'God is a Woman' is a testament to her sexual liberation and spiritual connection with a lover.
• 🎧 The track was produced by ILYA, who has a history of collaboration with Ariana on other hits like 'no tears left to cry' and 'Side to Side'.
• 🏆 'God is a Woman' has been highly ranked on Genius’ Top Songs chart since its release.
• 💬 Ariana addresses her critics and makes a statement about her indifference to public opinion regarding her personal life.
• 📜 The song's lyrics draw parallels with religious practices, such as confession and blessings, to convey a deeper message.
• 🎥 The music video features a notable cameo by Madonna, who recites the Bible verse Ezekiel 25:17, adding a layer of cultural reference.
• 🎬 The video also makes a cultural nod by reimagining Michelangelo’s 'Creation of Adam' with women, showcasing feminine empowerment.
• 🌍 Ariana positions herself as superior to her detractors, visually represented by her being 'on top of the world' in the video.
• 👑 The final gesture in the video, recreating a classic artwork with women, is a powerful symbol of female greatness and divine femininity.
• 📢 Tia from Genius News provides insight into the meaning and knowledge behind the music, offering a deeper understanding of Ariana Grande's artistic expression.

Q & A

What is the title of Ariana Grande's latest single mentioned in the script?

The title of Ariana Grande's latest single is 'God is a woman.'

Who produced Ariana Grande's single 'God is a woman'?

The track 'God is a woman' was produced by ILYA.

What other songs has ILYA produced for Ariana Grande?

ILYA has also produced 'no tears left to cry' and 'Side to Side' for Ariana Grande.

How has 'God is a woman' performed on Genius' Top Songs chart?

Since its release, 'God is a woman' has floated and remained towards the top of Genius' Top Songs chart.

What does Ariana Grande express in 'God is a woman'?

Ariana expresses her own sexual liberation by talking about a spiritual experience with a lover in 'God is a woman'.

Who is presumably the lover Ariana Grande refers to in the song?

Ariana Grande presumably refers to her new partner Pete Davidson as the lover in the song.

How does Ariana Grande respond to criticism about her relationship in the song?

Ariana makes it clear in the song that she doesn’t care what other people think about her relationship.

Which religious practices are referenced in the song's imagery?

The song's imagery references religious practices like going to confession at church and being blessed.

What cameo is included in the music video of 'God is a woman'?

The music video includes a cameo from Madonna, whose voice is heard reciting a Bible verse.

Which Bible verse is recited by Madonna in the music video?

Madonna recites the Bible verse Ezekiel 25:17 in the middle of the music video.

What other themes does the music video explore besides Ariana's response to criticism?

The music video explores themes of Ariana being bigger than the haters and her portrayal of feminine greatness by re-making Michelangelo’s 'Creation of Adam' with figures of different women.