Hurricane (Bridgit Mendler song)

"Hurricane"
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Single by Bridgit Mendler
from the album Hello My Name Is...
Released	February 12, 2013
Format	Digital download CD Single
Recorded	2011
Genre	Reggae fusion R&B
Length	4:03
Label	Hollywood
Writer(s)	Bridgit Mendler Emanuel "Eman" Kiriakou Evan "Kidd" Bogart Andrew "Goldstein" Goldstein
Producer(s)	Emanuel "Eman" Kiriakou, Andrew "Goldstein" Goldstein
Bridgit Mendler singles chronology
"Ready or Not" (2012) "Hurricane" (2013)

"Hurricane" is a song by American recording artist Bridgit Mendler, taken from the former's debut studio album, Hello My Name Is... (2012). It was composed by Mendler, Emanuel "Eman" Kiriakou, Evan "Kidd" Bogart and Andrew "Goldstein" Goldstein. The song was release as a promotional single to iTunes for Single of the Week in October 22, 2012, but was later announced to be the second and final single from the album. On February 12, 2013, the song was released to radios.

The song received positive acclaim from most music critics, praising Mendler's vocals and the song's reggae influence. Critics praised heavily on Mendler's rapping skills, which have been compared to those of Cher Lloyd, Lily Allen and Karmin. The song debuted at number 194 on the South Korean International Singles Chart, making it the second song to chart in the country. It debuted at number 1 in the US Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart.

Background, development and release

In an interview for Just Jared, Mendler said: "I hope that fans will get something that they’re not expecting out of it. It’s kind of funky, jazzy, pop music with a little bit of R&B. Each song is pretty unique and has its own style and inspiration, so hopefully people will enjoy the diversity!". In her performance on Cellular Lounge, revealed that the song was her favorite song on the album.

"Hurricane" was placed on YouTube on September 21, 2012. Her record label then placed an acoustic version of the song on Mendler's VEVO channel on October 9, 2012 for her special documentary for VEVO Lift. On October 22, 2012 the song was released as promotional single in iTunes on October 22, 2012. "Hurricane" became Single of Week on iTunes in the first week. The acoustic video of "Hurricane" for VEVO Lift was release for digital download in December 18, 2012.

On December 25, 2012, during a radio talk show, Mendler revealed that the song will be released as the second single, but doesn't have a date. On January, 30, the song was release to radio premiere. On February 12, 2013, the song was released to mainstream radio.

Composition

"Hurricane" (2013)

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A midtempo pop song, "Hurricane" exhibits elements of reggae fusion and R&B. Built on a beat, multi-tracked harmonies, the song's instrumentation includes slow-bouncing keyboard tones, and drums. The song was written by Mendler and American songwriters Emanuel "Eman" Kiriakou, Evan "Kidd" Bogart and Andrew "Goldstein", and produced by Kiriakou and Goldstein. Lyrically, the song gives ode to disaster love, reconciliation and perseverance in love. Mendler's vocals span from the low note of F₃ to the high ntoe of F₅. In interview for Coup de Main Magazine, Mendler commented about recording a rap song for the first time. She said:

"I loved recording the rap in 'Hurricane'. That was pretty fun. It was very experimental for me, I haven’t done much rapping before. It was not a deliberate decision... we had written the song and I had come in to record it and then the guys were like: "Why don’t we just try rapping this part?". So I did and then it kind of just worked and we decided to keep it. So not intentional, but sometimes things just happen in the moment."

Reception

Critical reception

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"Hurricane" has been compared to the works of Cher Lloyd and Lily Allen.

The song has received critical acclaim from music critics. Tim Sendra of Allmusic praised her "fine singing voice" and her "songwriting chops". He comments "Mendler tries to spit a few bars and throws her hand at rapping in this cool, laid-back track. With a little reggae influence, this is something good!," Peppa Miny of Oh No They Didn't was positive and said "I really like the songs I've heard.". Disney Dreaming said that was the best song on the album. The magazine Girls' Life was positive and commented that "Hurricane" is sweet and has good beats. Sam Wilbur of AOL said Mendler showed a powerful and talented voice in the song. Wibul commented that "Hurricane" is "laid back with some reggae influence, but is fast paced" and "quite catchy and shows off the infectious and witty aspects of Mendler's skills". The AOL critic also compares Mendler's song to the Cher Lloyd and the duo Karmin.

MuchMusic said they were falling in love for "Hurricane": "After wowing with her stripped down performance of 'Ready Or Not', we were expecting big things from Bridgit Mendler. The actress/singer doesn’t disappoint with her second single, 'Hurricane'." They praised her vocals, saying that the song totally sounds like Natasha Bedingfield's "These Words", Cher Lloyd and Lily Allen and infuses elements of rap, gospel and pop. Kai of the magazine Embrace You commented that the song was ironic, because at that time the United States had real hurricanes. But he was positive and said: "I love this song. The acoustic opener caught me instantly and I’m addicted to her “oh, oh, oh…” The singer’s play on natural disasters as metaphors for the way she feels about her love interest once again showcases how witty she is as an artist. The fast paced pop rock driven track is both catchy and substantial.".

Chart performance

For the week ending October 27, 2012, the album version of "Hurricane" debuted at number 194 on the South Korean International Singles Chart, making it the second song to chart in the country. It also peaked at number 4 at the Ukrainian Charts, her second top 5 hit there. As of March, 2014, the song has sold over 500,000 digital copies in the US and has been certified Gold in the US. It debuted at number 3 in the US Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart and peaked at number 1 for the week ending May 4.

Music video

The music video for "Hurricane" was directed by Robert Hales and filmed in London in March 2013. It premiered on Disney Channel on April 12, 2013. Naomi Scott appears as Mendler's best friend in the video. They previously worked together in the 2011 Disney Channel film Lemonade Mouth.

Live performances

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Mendler performing "Hurricane" in New York, in October 2012.

The song was performed in all dates of her tour, Bridgit Mendler: Live in Concert. In October 20, Mendler performed the song on Radio Disney and Disney Channel webshow Total Access. The acoustic version of "Hurricane" was performed on Off the Charts, in Clevver TV. The first television performance was on March 11, 2013 on Live! with Kelly and Michael. In April 27 Mendler was on 2013 Radio Disney Music Awards and performed "Hurricane". This was the first time in her career that Mendler sang in an award show. The performance was included on her VEVO on May 6. In May she traveled to Argentina to record a cameo appearances in the Latin telenovela show Violetta and sang "Hurricane" with the cast. On May 17 Mendler performed the song on MTV Push. On May 30 the CBBC's show Blue Peter also broadcast a performance previously recorded. On June 5, she performed the song on The Ellen DeGeneres Show after an interview. Mendler said it was a dream to go to the Ellen DeGeneres program since she began career.

On June 20 Mendler traveled to the United Kingdom to promote her single on BBC Radio 1. The next day, Mendler performed "Hurricane" on Daybreak and, in June 23, she promoted the song on Sunday Brunch, but didn't sing it. On July 15 Mendler performed it on the FOX morning talk show Good Day L.A.. On July 23 Mendler traveled Singapore to promote the song on the radios and, in the same week, went to Australia to perform the song on The Today Show, in July 30, and on NovaFM, 31. Also on July 31, the Grammy Academy released a video of "Hurricane" in an exclusive intimate performance for 'Grammy HQ' with "5:15", "Ready or Not" and an interview.

The Hurricane Sessions

In April 2013 Mendler recorded a series of videos entitled 'The Hurricane Sessions', an intimate acoustic performance recorded in a studio created especially. The project was released in four parts in her official VEVO. On May 8 was released the first video, "Starry Eyed", an Ellie Goulding cover, and received positive reviews. Sam Lansky of Idolator commented that the stage of the video combined with the emotional climate of the song and said about Mendler's voice: "Her husky voice works nicely with the song, especially toward the end, as it gets a little more emotive". The Fanlala said that "with Bridgit’s amazing voice behind the mix, it’s a sure hit".

On May 15 Mendler released the second song, "Locked Out of Heaven", an Bruno Mars cover. The Fanlala said that they really loved the Mendler version as the original of Bruno Mars. On May 22 was released the third video, the session theme "Hurricane", but the last video was not released in the week of 29. Only on July 23, two months later, Mendler released the fourth and final video, "Top of the World".

Setlist

1. "Starry Eyed" (Ellie Goulding cover) – 3:03
2. "Locked Out of Heaven" (Bruno Mars cover) – 3:38
3. "Hurricane" – 4:04
4. "Top of the World" – 3:01

Track listing

• U.S. Digital Download

1. "Hurricane" - 4:04

• U.S. Promo CD Single

1. "Hurricane" (Radio Edit) - 3:43
2. "Hurricane" (Radio Edit) - 3:43
3. "Hurricane" (Radio Edit) - 3:43

• U.K. Digital Single

1. "Hurricane" - 4:04
2. "Hurricane" (Acoustic Hurricane Sessions) - 3:57

• U.K. CD Promo Single

1. "Hurricane" (Radio Edit) - 3:43
2. "Hurricane" (Instrumental) - 3:57

• U.K. Remix EP

1. "Hurricane" (Bit Error Vocal Mix) - 5:30
2. "Hurricane" (Belanger Remix) - 4:21
3. "Hurricane" (Frank Lamboy Remix) - 5:04
4. "Hurricane" (Alex Ghenea Remix) - 4:00
5. "Hurricane" (C&M Remix) - 4:13

• U.S. Remix CD

1. "Hurricane" (Bit Error Remix) - 5:30
2. "Hurricane" (Belanger Remix) - 4:21
3. "Hurricane" (Frank Lamboy Remix) - 5:04
4. "Hurricane" (Alex Ghenea Remix) - 4:00
5. "Hurricane" (C&M Remix) 4:14
6. "Hurricane" (Bit Error Dub Mix) - 6:19
7. "Hurricane" (Bit Error Radio Mix) - 3:49
8. "Hurricane" (Bit Error Vocal Mix - Acapella) 5:25
9. "Hurricane" (Bit Error Vocal Mix - Instrumental) - 5:31
10. "Hurricane" (Frank Lamboy Instrumental) - 5:04
11. "Hurricane" (Frank Lamboy Radio Remix) - 3:23

Credits and personnel

Credits for the album version of "Hurricane" are adapted from Hello My Name Is... liner notes.

• Bridgit Mendler – vocals, songwriter, background vocals
• Emanuel "Eman" Kiriakou – Songwriter, Bass, Guitar, Keyboards, Producer, Programming, Ukulele,
• Evan "Kidd" Bogart – Songwriter
• Andrew "Goldstein" Goldstein – Songwriter, Background vocals, Bass, Guitar, Keyboards, Producer, Programming
• Jai Marlon – Keyboards, Producer, Programming, String Arrangements, Strings, Synthesizer, Whistle
• Jeremiah Olvera – Mixing Assistant
• David Ryan – Guitar

• Phil Shaouy – Guitar
• Donnell Shawn Butler – Background vocals
• Donnell Shawn – Background vocals
• Spencer Lee – Background vocals
• Freddy Wexler – Keyboards, Producer, String Arrangements, Strings, Synthesizer, Vocal Producer, Whistle
• Pat Thrall – Editing
• Jens Koerkemeier – Editing, Engineer
• Chris Gehringer – Mastering
• Serban Ghenea – Mixing

Chart and certifications

Weekly charts

Chart (2013)	Peak position
Australia (ARIA)	82
Belgium (Ultratip Flanders)	65
Belgium (Ultratip Wallonia)	43
Brazil (Billboard Brasil Hot 100)	92
Canada (Canadian Hot 100)	81
Ireland (IRMA)	77
Mexico Ingles Airplay (Billboard)	23
Portugal (Billboard)	42
South Korea (Gaon International Chart)	44
Ukraine (FDR Charts)	4
UK Singles (Official Charts Company)	157
US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles (Billboard)	1

Certifications

Region	Certification	Sales/shipments
United States (RIAA)	Gold	500,000
Venezuela (APFV)	3× Platinum	60,000*
*sales figures based on certification alone ^shipments figures based on certification alone xunspecified figures based on certification alone

Release history

Promotional single

Country	Date	Format	Label
United States	October 22, 2012	Digital download	Hollywood

Official single

Country	Date	Format	Label
United States	January 30, 2013	Radio premiere	Hollywood
	February 12, 2013	Mainstream radio
Canada	April 2, 2013	Remix single
Ireland	June 21, 2013	Remix single, Remixes EP
United Kingdom
Austria	June 21, 2013	Remixes EP
Belgium
Finland
German
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Canada	June 25, 2013
United States

External links

• "Hurricane" (Acoustic VEVO Lift Video) on YouTube Official acoustic music video at YouTube/VEVO
• Lyrics of this song at MetroLyrics