Kungs Vs Cookin' On 3 Burners This Girl Audio -
Beyond the charts, the song became a massive cultural touchstone:
Adopted as a goal celebration song for football clubs like Leicester City and FC Porto, and inspired chants for players like Liverpool’s Georginio Wijnaldum.
The Story Behind "This Girl": How a Soulful Classic Became a Global Dance Anthem Kungs vs Cookin' on 3 Burners This Girl Audio
In 2016, French producer Valentin Burnel—better known as —discovered the track on YouTube while it only had a few thousand views. Only 19 at the time, Kungs was struck by the soulfulness of the vocals and the energy of the brass.
The accompanying video, filmed on the Greek island of Milos, became iconic for its sun-soaked, romantic vibe featuring models Louis Rault Watanabe and Irina Martynenko. Beyond the charts, the song became a massive
Ten years after its peak, "This Girl" remains a staple of summer playlists. Its longevity lies in its —a rare crossover hit that feels just as at home on a classic soul playlist as it does in a modern dance club. It stands as a perfect example of how a well-made track can bridge generations and genres, proving that a great hook never truly goes out of style.
If you’ve spent any time in a club, at a festival, or even just watching TV in the last few years, you’ve likely heard the unmistakable horn hook of While the version we all know and love—the Kungs vs Cookin' on 3 Burners remix—defined the sound of 2016, the song's journey from an obscure funk track to a billion-stream sensation is a fascinating tale of musical rediscovery. The Soulful Origins (2009) The accompanying video, filmed on the Greek island
The original arrangement relied heavily on its "Motown" feel, blending live instruments with a steady, groovy rhythm that Jake Mason of Cookin' on 3 Burners noted had a timeless quality. The Kungs Remix: A Teenager’s Vision