Cuckoo (Netta song)
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| Single by Netta | ||||
| from the EP Goody Bag | ||||
| Released | 16 May 2020 | |||
| Length | 3:13 | |||
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"Cuckoo" is a song performed by Israeli singer Netta. The song was released as a digital download on 16 May 2020 as the fifth and final single from her debut extended play Goody Bag.[1] It was written by Bert Elliott, Krysta Marie Youngs and Netta Barzilai, and produced by J. R. Rotem and Elliott.
Background[edit]
In an interview, Netta explained the meaning behind the song, she said, "'Cuckoo' is personal because it also speaks about doubts in a romantic relationship." She also said that adding that for the last year and a half she's been in a relationship with Ilan Ben Or, a new immigrant from the US. "We've had some rough times because my life is not simple. I met Ilan after I became famous and wasn't sure whether he was sincere. Maybe because of my past, I always have doubts and this is echoed in 'Cuckoo' – do I really deserve to be loved?"[2]
Live performances[edit]
On 16 May 2020, Netta performed the song during Eurovision: Europe Shine a Light. It replaced the Eurovision Song Contest 2020, which was planned to be held in Rotterdam, Netherlands, but was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[3]
Music video[edit]
A music video to accompany the release of "Cuckoo" was first released onto YouTube on 12 June 2020. The video was directed by Roy Raz.[4]
Track listing[edit]
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Cuckoo" | 3:13 |
Personnel[edit]
Credits adapted from Tidal.[5]
- Bert Elliott – producer, composer
- J. R. Rotem – producer
- Krysta Marie Youngs – composer
- Netta Barzilai – composer, vocals
- Chris Gehringer – engineer
- Matt Schaeffer – engineer
Charts[edit]
| Chart (2020) | Peak position |
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| Israel (Media Forest) | 1 |
Release history[edit]
| Region | Date | Format | Label |
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| Various | 16 May 2020[1] | Digital download | Tedy Productions |
References[edit]
- ^ a b "Cuckoo - Single by Netta". Apple Music. Archived from the original on 2 August 2020. Retrieved 28 June 2020.
- ^ "Netta shares "Cuckoo" music video...and reveals complex feelings about fame and Eurovision". Wiwibloggs. 12 June 2020. Retrieved 28 June 2020.
- ^ "Netta - Cuckoo - Eurovision: Europe Shine A Light". YouTube. Retrieved 28 June 2020.
- ^ "NETTA - Cuckoo (Official Music Video)". YouTube. Retrieved 28 June 2020.
- ^ "Credits / Cuckoo / Netta – TIDAL". Tidal. Retrieved 28 June 2020.