Feb. 9, 2025
Selena Gomez - "Come And Get It"
This episode explores Selena Gomez’s 2013 smash hit “Come & Get It,” a transformative anthem that marked her evolution from Disney starlet to global pop sensation. We delve into the song’s infectious blend of Bollywood-inspired beats, empowering lyrics, and Gomez’s newfound confidence as a solo artist.
Tracing her journey from child star to chart-topping icon, we examine how “Come & Get It” became a declaration of independence and self-assurance. With its bold production and universal appeal, the track not only redefined Gomez’s career but also cemented her as a force in pop music.
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Calaroga Shark Media. In the ever shifting landscape of pop music,
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few artists managed to reinvent themselves as boldly and successfully
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as Selena Gomez with her twenty thirteen hit Come and
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Get It. Gomez didn't just release a song, She made
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a statement. It was a declaration of independence, a shedding
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of her Disney image, and a bold step into the
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world of global pop stardom. But to truly understand the
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significance of Come and Get It, we need to rewind
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to the beginning of Selena's journey. Born in Grand Prairie, Texas,
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Selena Gomez began her career as a child actor, starring
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in the beloved Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverley Place.
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But even as she charmed audiences with her comedic timing
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and relatable persona, Gomez had her sight set on something
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bigger music. Her early forays into the industry with her
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band Selena Gomez and the Scene showcased her pop sensibilities,
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but it wasn't until she stepped out on her own
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that she truly began to carve out her identity as
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an artist. Enter Come and Get It, released as the
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lead single from her debut solo album, Stars Dance. The
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song was a seismic shift in Gomez's sound and image.
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Gone were the bubblegum pop hooks of her earlier work.
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In their place was a sultry, confident anthem that blended
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Bollywood inspired beats with pulsating electronic production. From the very
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first notes, a hypnotic chant that feels both exotic and
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irresistibly catchy, it's clear that this is a new Selena Gomez.
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The song's lyrics, co written by Esther Dean and produced
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by Stargate, are a master class in empowerment and allure.
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Lines like when You're Ready come and Get It are
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delivered with a mix of confidence and vulnerability, capturing the
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essence of someone who knows their worth but isn't afraid
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to be open about their desires. It's a delicate balance,
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and Gomez nails it, her voice smooth and assured, carrying
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just enough edge to keep things interesting. But Come and
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Get It isn't just a lyrical triumph, it's a sonic
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one too. The production is lush and layered, blending Eastern
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inspired instrumentation with modern pop flourishes. The result is a
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track that feels both timeless and fresh, a perfect encapsulation
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of Gomez's ability to bridge the gap between her past
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and her future. The song's music video further solidified its impact.
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Set against a backdrop of lush, other worldly landscapes, Gomez
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is seen as a goddess like figure, commanding attention with
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her every move. The choreography, inspired by Bollywood dance, adds
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an extra layer of cultural richness to the video, making
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it a visual feast that compliments the song's sonic ambition.
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Come and Get It was an instant success, debuting at
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number six on the Billboard Hot one hundred and earning
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Gomez her first top ten hit as a solo artist.
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But more importantly, it marked a turning point in her career.
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No longer just a Disney star, Gomez was now a
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bona fide pop artist, capable of holding her own in
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an industry dominated by heavyweights like Rhianna, Katie Perry, and
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Lady Gaga. While Come and Get It was a defining
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moment in Selena Gomez's career, it was only the beginning
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of her evolution as an artist, entrepreneur, and advocate. In
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the years following the song's release, Gomez continued to push
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boundaries both musically and personally, solidifying her place as one
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of the most influential figures in pop culture. After the
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success of Starr's Dance, Gomez took a brief high aatus
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from music to focus on her acting career and personal
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well being. She returned in twenty fifteen with Revival, an
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album that showcased a more mature and introspective side of
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her artistry. The lead single, good for You, was a sultry,
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minimalist anthem that further distanced Gomes from her Disney roots.
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The album also included hits like Hands to Myself and
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Same Old Love, which explored themes of self worth, heartbreak,
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and empowerment. Revival was a critical and commercial success, debuting
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at number one on the Billboard two hundred and earning
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Gomes her first Grammy nomination. But Gomez's journey hasn't been
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without its challenges. In twenty fourteen, she was diagnosed with lupus,
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an autoimmune disease that forced her to take a step
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back from the spotlight. She later revealed that she underwent
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a kidney transplant in twenty seventeen, with her close friend
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Francia Raisa serving as the donor. This period of her
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life deeply influenced her music and public persona, as she
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began to use her platform to advocate for mental health
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awareness and self care more in a moment. In twenty twenty,
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Gomez released Rare, her third solo album and perhaps her
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most personal work to date. The title track, Rare, became
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an anthem for self love and acceptance, while songs like
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Lose You to Love Me and Look At Her Now
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chronicled her emotional journey through heartbreak and healing. Lose You
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to Love Me, in particular, struck a chord with fans,
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debuting at number one on the Billboard Hot one hundred
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and becoming Gomez's first chart topping single. The raw vulnerability
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of the song, paired with its haunting pianos, showcased Gomez's
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growth as both an artist and a person. Beyond music,
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Gomez has also made significant strides as an entrepreneur and advocate.
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In twenty seventeen, she launched her make up line, Rare Beauty,
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with a mission to challenge unrealistic beauty standards and promote
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mental health awareness. A portion of the brand's profits goes
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toward the Rare Impact Fund, which aims to expand access
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to mental health services. Gomez has also been vocal about
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her own struggles with anxiety and depression, using her platform
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to destigmatize conversations around mental health. In recent years, Gomez
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has continued to explore new creative avenues. She executive produced
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and starred in the critically acclaimed Hulu series Only Murders
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in the Building, alongside Steve Martin and Martin Short. The show,
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which premiered in twenty twenty one, has been praised for
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its clever writing, charming performances, and unique blend of comedy
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and mystery. Gomez's role as Mabel Mora marked a new
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chapter in her acting career, proving her versatility as a performer. Musically,
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Gomez has remained a dominant force. In twenty twenty one,
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she released the Spanish language EP Revelacion, a project that
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paid homage to her Latin heritage and showcased her ability
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to seamlessly transition between genres. Songs like bay La Conmigo
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and Deuna Vez were met with widespread acclaim, further cementing
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Gomez's status as a global pop icon. As of twenty
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twenty three, Gomez continues to balance her multifaceted career with
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grace and authenticity. Whether she's releasing new music, advocating for
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mental health, or exploring new roles in film and television,
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Gomez remains a beacon of resilience and reinvention. Her journey
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from Disney star to global icon is a testament to
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her talent, determine nation, and unwavering commitment to staying true
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to herself. As we look back on Come and Get
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It today, it's impossible not to see it as a
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pivotal moment in Selena Gomez's career. It's a song that
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not only redefined her sound, but also set the stage
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for the artists she would become, a global icon, unafraid
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to push boundaries and explore new creative territories. So press
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play on Come and Get It, and let its hypnotic
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beats and empowering lyrics transport you back to twenty thirteen,
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a time of transformation, ambition, and unbridled potential, And as
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the music fades, take a moment to appreciate the journey
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of an artist who dared to reinvent herself, proving that
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sometimes the boldest moves lead to the brightest futures. For
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in the end, Come and Get It isn't just a song.
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It's a testament to Selena Gomez's resilience, creativity and unwavering
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belief herself, and with every listen it reminds us that
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the best is yet to come. I'm Andrew Irons and
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this has been another engaging episode of The hit Maker Chronicles.
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Join us next week as we continue to uncover the
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stories behind the songs and artists that have left an
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indelible mark on the world. The hit Maker Chronicles is
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a production of Calarogus Shark Media executive producers Mark Francis
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and John McDermott. Portions of this podcast may have been
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created with the assistance of Ai
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