“Spice Up Your Life” by Spice Girls

Spice Girls’ “Spice Up Your Life” is mainly targeted at telling people to add some excitement to their daily lives. The singers assure a variety of their listeners that they will help them enjoy their lives as they sing and dance together.

Spice Girls seem to be sending a message of positivity to the world. To them, it’s not a good thing to dwell on sadness, but to ensure that one is always having a good time, since positivity is free to have. They advise their international fan base filled with different kinds of people to spice up their lives, which means to make it better by embarking on exciting voyages.

The song draws particular attention to several dance moves and elements, signifying their appeal to the world. They stress on exploring new movements so that one can feel better and have a great time living out of the usual pressures of the world.

Facts about “Spice Up Your Life”

• “Spice Up Your Life” was released in October 1997 as the first single from the group’s second album, named, Spiceworld. It was later included on the ensemble’s 2007 compilation album, entitled, Greatest Hits.
• The song was a huge success, especially in the UK, Romania, and Iceland, topping the charts in those regions.
• It also made similar success on other international charts, entering into the top 10 of several countries charts, including France, where it peaked at No.3.
• Though successful in the United States, the song did not hit the heights it did in the UK and other European nations. It managed to reach No.18 there.
• Since its release, several cover versions of the song have been performed by numerous recording artists. This includes the cover version released by the American punk rock group, Zebrahead in 2009. Rock band, Patent Pending also performed a cover of the tune in 2017.
• “Spice Up Your Life” has been remixed by a host of singers. Among these notable remixes include the ones done by American DJ/producer, David Morales in 1997. Another popular remix was released by American house-music artist, Ralphi Rosario in 2007.

Who wrote “Spice Up Your Life”?

The songwriters for “Spice Up Your Life” include the following:

• Victoria Beckham
• Mel B
• Geri Halliwell
• Emma Bunton
• Melanie C
• Richard Standard
• Matt Rowe

Co-writers Richard and Rowe also produced the song.

“Spice Up Your Life” Music Video

The song’s music video was directed by the German feature film director, Marcus Nispel. The clip was shot in New York City.

The video was nominated for the 1997 MTV EMAs in the category of MTV Select. However, it lost to “As Long as You Love Me” by Backstreet Boys.