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The "unorthodox" nature of the album wasn't just a title; it was a mission statement. For fans in 2012 and 2013, owning a digital copy of this eclectic mix was essential. However, the internet was still grappling with the legality of file sharing. Thus, the became the vessel for this musical gospel.

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The album's title, , was inspired by early record label feedback that Mars's style was "too all over the place" for radio. Instead of narrowing his focus, Mars leaned into this variety, collaborating with producers like Mark Ronson, Jeff Bhasker, and Diplo to create a "record collection" of diverse sounds.