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Departing from the heavy synth-pop of the era, the track features a prominent, medieval-style flute melody and a mid-tempo guitar rhythm. 🎬 The Controversy in London

The music video for "Criminal" became more famous—and controversial—than the song itself. Filmed in Dalston, London, it featured Britney and her then-real-life boyfriend, Jason Trawick, as a modern-day Bonnie and Clyde. britney_spears_criminal_lyrics

Though it was a moderate hit upon release, "Criminal" has seen several waves of renewed popularity: Departing from the heavy synth-pop of the era,

A (like Max Martin and Shellback) who shaped this sound. Other Britney Spears songs that tell a narrative story. the track features a prominent

She argues that his flaws don't matter because "mama, I’m in love with a criminal."