Lights
Ellie Goulding
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I had a way then Losing it all on my own I had a heart then But the queen has been overthrown And I'm not sleeping now The dark is too hard to beat And I'm not keeping up The strength I need to push me You show the lights that stop me turn to stone You shine them when I'm alone And so I tell myself that I'll be strong And dreaming when they're gone 'Cause they're calling, calling, calling me home Calling, calling, calling home You show the lights that stop me turn to stone You shine them when I'm alone Noises, I play within my head Touch my own skin And hope they'll still be there And I think back to when My brother and my sister slept In another place The only time I feel safe You show the lights that stop me turn to stone You shine them when I'm alone And so I tell myself that I'll be strong And dreaming when they're gone 'Cause they're calling, calling, calling me home Calling, calling, calling home You show the lights that stop me turn to stone You shine them when I'm alone You show the lights that stop me turn to stone You shine them when I'm alone And so I tell myself that I'll be strong Dreaming when they're gone 'Cause they're calling, calling, calling me home Calling, calling, calling home You show the lights that stop me turn to stone You shine them when I'm alone Home, home Home, home
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Written by: Ash Howes, Elena Goulding, Richard Stannard
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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15 facts about this song
Song Origins"Lights" is a song by English singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding from her debut studio album of the same name, released in 2010.
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Track PurposeIt served as Goulding's debut single in the United States, following the success of her previous chart-topping UK hit "Starry Eyed".
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Songwriting DetailsThe song was co-written by Goulding, Richard Stannard, and Ash Howes.
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Chart Performance"Lights" had impressive chart runs in various countries, peaking at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.S.
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Record SalesBy July 2012, it had sold over 3 million copies in the U.S alone, earning a triple platinum certification from the RIAA.
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Award NominationsGoulding's hit song was nominated for the British Single of the Year at the 2011 BRIT Awards.
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Inspirational SourcesThe song was reportedly inspired by Goulding's childhood fear of the dark, as the song talks about seeking comfort in light.
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Music VideoThe music video was directed by Sophie Muller, depicting Goulding in a bedroom, singing and playing her guitar.
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Song Popularity"Lights" appeared on various TV shows and commercials, helping boost its popularity.
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Remix VersionsSeveral remix versions of "Lights" were created, with the ‘Bassnectar Remix’ becoming particularly popular.
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Album DiversityInitially "Lights" was not included in the original edition of Goulding’s debut album, but it was later added to the "Bright Lights" edition as a bonus track.
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Longevity On ChartsThe track is notable for its longevity on the Billboard Hot 100, where it was a slow burner, not peaking until its 33rd week on the chart.
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Genre BlendThe song blends elements of folktronica, synth-pop, indie pop and indietronica, showcasing Ellie's style well.
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Live PerformancesGoulding has performed "Lights" at several notable venues, including at her first U.S. television appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! in 2011.
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists from different genres have covered "Lights", testifying to its broad appeal and enduring popularity.
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