Christmas has arrived early for Barbie fans. Ryan Gosling and the writers and producers of the Grammy-nominated song I’m Just Ken, Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt, have released an EP also titled I’m Just Ken that features the original hit from the acclaimed movie along with three unique remixes.
Released in the early hours of December 21 (NZDT), the EP includes the original 80s-inspired song, I’m Just Ken. The hit single has over 95 million streams on Spotify and over 12 million views on YouTube.
In addition, the Barbie team has released three remixes of the iconic song. These include the emotional rendition I’m Just Ken (In My Feelings Acoustic), the disco club version I’m Just Ken (Purple Disco Machine Remix), and the Christmas-themed ballad I’m Just Ken (Merry Kristmas Barbie).
Accompanying the EP’s release is an official music video for the Christmas remix. In the video, Gosling, Ronson, and Wyatt can be seen collaborating on the festive tune. The live band jokes along with one another before the lights dim and the studio is brightened by Christmas lights.
As they get ready to perform, Gosling jokes about getting into character. As he slides on a pair of sunglasses, he tells Ronson that “the world can have Ken’s voice but only Barbie can have his eyes”.