Pharrell Williams - Happy (from Despicable Me — 2) (g.i.r.l)

While it debuted on the movie soundtrack, it also became the lead single for Pharrell's second solo album, G I R L (2014) . 🎹 Musical Breakdown

Features Pharrell's signature falsetto, often compared to the style of Curtis Mayfield. 🎬 Iconic Visuals Pharrell Williams - Happy (From Despicable Me 2) (G.I.R.L)

Clocking in at 160 BPM , it is considered exceptionally fast for a pop hit, designed to increase "physiological energy". While it debuted on the movie soundtrack, it

Pharrell wrote nine other songs for the film's "happy montage" before "Happy" was finally accepted on the tenth attempt. and funk with a "faux-Motown" style.

American Bodies in Pharrell Williams's “24 Hours of Happy”

An uptempo fusion of soul, neo-soul, and funk with a "faux-Motown" style.