“Come & Get It” is the debut solo single by American singer Selena Gomez, featured on her first solo studio album, Stars Dance. Released on April 7, 2013, the song marked Gomez’s official departure from her acting work and her former band, Selena Gomez & the Scene. The track was written by Norwegian production team Stargate (Mikkel S. Eriksen and Tor Erik Hermansen) along with Ester Dean.
The music video, directed by Anthony Mandler, embraces a Bollywood-inspired theme. It showcases Gomez confronting the four classical elements: air, earth, fire, and water. The raunchy clip makes it nearly impossible for anyone to deny her request to “come and get it.” The video was released on May 7, and it received several awards and nominations, including recognition at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards.
With its tabla beat and Bollywood influences, “Come & Get It” garnered praise from music critics. In the United States, it became Gomez’s first top-ten entry on the Billboard Hot 100, reaching position No. 6, and was certified triple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Additionally, the song peaked at number two on the Mainstream Top 40 chart. In Canada and the United Kingdom, it also achieved top-ten status and received multi-platinum certifications in both countries. Gomez performed “Come & Get It” at various awards shows and televised events, incorporating choreography inspired by artists like Britney Spears.
You can watch the music video for “Come & Get It” on YouTube. It remains a memorable moment in Selena Gomez’s musical journey, blending pop, dance, and Punjabi influences into an irresistible hit. 🎶🔥
