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About Capital Cities
Pop duo Capital Cities was formed after songwriter Ryan Merchant responded to Sebu Simonian’s ad offering his production services.
∙ After finding success as a jingle-writing team, Capital Cities self-released their 2011 single “Safe and Sound,” which went on to sell 2 million copies.
∙ “Safe and Sound” was used in several commercials, including one for a cola company that had turned down the original version, written as a jingle.
∙ Outkast’s André 3000, singer Shemika Secrest, and NPR announcer Frank Tavares were featured on “Farrah Fawcett Hair,” and Rick Ross rapped on “Girl Friday.”
Influenced by Capital CitiesCapital Cities has influenced the music of Nathaniel Wyvern, Don Bjorn, Tu Peleas Como Una Vaca and more.
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