Pharrell Williams Fired 3 Times from McDonald’s, Ate Nuggets on the Job

Pharrell Williams is reminiscing about his time getting fired from McDonald’s.

Pharrell Williams’ Fast Food Fiasco

The renowned singer and producer, known for hits like “Happy,” recently shared his experiences of working in the fast-food industry.

Chicken Nugget Chaos

Recalling his days at McDonald’s, Williams revealed, “McDonald’s, my first and only job — got fired three times. I was eating the chicken nuggets.”

Williams confessed to being fired for indulging in nuggets on the job, stating, “It got me in trouble…I got fired three times, not for the same thing. The first two times, it was just because I was lazy.”

His downfall? The irresistible combination of sweet and sour sauce with chicken nuggets. Williams admitted, “I found the sweet and sour sauce and the chicken nugget pretty, an alchemical combination.”

From Fired Employee to Jingle Collaborator

Despite his rocky history with McDonald’s, Williams ended up collaborating with the fast-food giant on a jingle in the early 2000s.

He played a key role in Justin Timberlake’s hit single “I’m Lovin’ It,” which incorporated McDonald’s iconic jingle. The track’s success led to others, including ad executives, receiving songwriting credits.

Behind the Jingle

Williams clarified his involvement, explaining that McDonald’s approached him to create a song based on their jingle concept.

Although not directly responsible for the jingle itself, Williams embraced the opportunity to collaborate creatively with McDonald’s.

McDonald’s Jingle Controversy

Recent claims by rapper Pusha T regarding the jingle’s creation have sparked controversy. Williams may be keeping his distance from the jingle to avoid conflicts.

FAQs

Q: What led to Pharrell Williams’ dismissals from McDonald’s?

A: Williams was fired multiple times for various reasons, including laziness and eating on the job.

Q: How did Pharrell Williams end up collaborating with McDonald’s on a jingle?

A: Williams worked on Justin Timberlake’s “I’m Lovin’ It” song, incorporating McDonald’s jingle, which led to a collaboration with the fast-food chain.

Q: What controversy surrounds the McDonald’s jingle creation?

A: Pusha T claimed he wrote the jingle, while Williams maintains his role in creating the song inspired by the jingle.

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