"5 dols", also known under its English title "5 Dollars", is a song by French singer

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. "5 Dollars" was released as the third single from the English version of his second studio album ''

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'' on 16 August 2018. Christine and the Queens performed the song on ''

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'' on 19 October 2018.

Background

Christine and the Queens explained about the meaning of the song: "The song is so tender, so disheveled. It's dealing with some kind of love – the kind you can buy. It's a literal interpretation. A note for a shag – how surprisingly soothing this can be! The power ratio runs clear, like water in your hands; it becomes a pure gesture of love, of ultimate consent."

Music video

The video for the track's English version was directed by Colin Solal Cardo released on Christine and the Queens'

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channel on 17 August 2018. ''

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'' noted it as being "S&M-inspired". The video was also described in a press release as "''

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'' with a twist".

Personnel

– drum programming, bass, keyboards, piano * Cole M.G.N. – drum programming, bass

Charts

Release history

References

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