Bruno Mars' Returns on Mark Ronson's Fiery "Uptown Funk"
After earning a handful of hit singles, playing the Super Bowl Halftime Show and all around owning 2013 and early 2014, Bruno Mars more than deserved a little break. But the "Treasure" singer is already back, returning via a fiery, funky single from Mark Ronson—a.k.a. the producer who helped launch Amy Winehouse, Lily Allen and Wale.
"Uptown Funk" combines all the elements of a classic, feel-good throwback track: There's some Prince in there with the slick bassline on the verses, there's a Bee Gees-like breakdown after the chorus and we're getting a Michael Jackson "Thriller" vibe with the track's blend of woozy, addictive synths. It's just what you need to kick off your week on the right note.
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