👉 'Material Girl' was a music video by American girl group Glee on her debut single 'Basket Case', released in 2004. Definition: A term used to describe a person who has a strong connection with their family, friends, or community and feels they have special knowledge about them. The word comes from the Greek words materialis, meaning substance, and girl, meaning "girl," which implies she is often seen as a female version of the male singer. The word's usage evolved into something close to an adjective that describes someone who is very familiar with something or someone. The song became a commercial success and has become one of Glee's signature songs.