Moves Like Jagger

About this song

Moves Like Jagger was first performed on an episode of The Voice, the singing competition judged by Adam Levine and Christina Aguilera. It reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Maroon 5's second chart-topper after Makes Me Wonder.

What it's about

The title references Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger, who said the song was very flattering. Levine has described Jagger's dance style as uniquely his own, hard to imitate, and fun without taking itself too seriously.

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Fun facts

• Sampled in 24 other songs, like “Levine by Cacola”.
• Covered 17 times, including “Moves Like Jagger (8-Bit Computer Game Version) by 8-Bit Arcade”.
• Written by Adam Levine, benny blanco, Ammar Malik and Shellback.
• Produced by benny blanco and Shellback.
• Recorded at Los Angeles.