Come Alive (The War of the Roses)

Critics praised Monáe's vocal range and delivery of the song, as well as a mix of genres such as rock and roll and new wave.

[2] The website also showed behind-the-scenes recordings of the song at Wondaland Art Society (where Monáe also described her respect for James Brown's delivery and performance).

[8] In 2020, Monáe performed a version of the song to open the 92nd Academy Awards ceremony, with the lyrics modified to reference the event.

[18] Monáe's vocal range and delivery in the song were praised,[19][16] as well as the mix of genres such as rock, swing music and new wave.

[16] Credits adapted from the liner notes of The ArchAndroid, Wondaland Arts Society, in association with Bad Boy Records.

Janelle Monáe and her band members performing "Come Alive" lying down (2012).
Critics likened "Come Alive (The War of the Roses)"'s bassline to " Rock Lobster " (1978) by The B-52's (pictured).