While some critics found the track "boring" compared to the high-stakes energy of "Call Me Maybe," others praised it as a "sweet duet" that added a necessary layer of sincerity to Jepsen’s major-label debut.
: It peaked at number 37 in both Canada and Denmark, and reached the top 50 in Australia. Carly Rae Jepsen - Beautiful (Lyrics) ft. Justin Bieber
Musically, "Beautiful" is a "faux-folk" ballad, leaning heavily on acoustic guitar and soft string arrangements rather than the overprocessed synth-beats found elsewhere on Kiss . While some critics found the track "boring" compared
: Critics often compared the song's core message—"What makes you so beautiful is you don't know how beautiful you are"—to One Direction’s hit "What Makes You Beautiful". : Critics often compared the song's core message—"What
: Unlike the "sugary" tracks on the album, "Beautiful" is described as a more "polished" and "tender" moment that showcases Jepsen's ability to deliver a slow, emotive performance without over-singing. Chart Performance and Reception
Released on September 14, 2012, is a standout acoustic ballad from Carly Rae Jepsen’s second studio album, Kiss . A rare departure from the high-energy bubblegum pop that defined the era, the track features fellow Canadian superstar Justin Bieber in a gentle duet that explores themes of self-worth and unrequited admiration. A Serendipitous Studio Session
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