Chandelier
Sia
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Party girls don't get hurt Can't feel anything, when will I learn I push it down, push it down I'm the one "for a good time call" Phone's blowin' up, they're ringin' my doorbell I feel the love, feel the love 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 drink 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 drink 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 drink Throw em back, till I lose count I'm gonna swing from the chandelier, from the chandelier I'm gonna live like tomorrow doesn't exist Like it doesn't exist I'm gonna fly like a bird through the night, feel my tears as they dry I'm gonna swing from the chandelier, from the chandelier And I'm holding on for dear life, won't look down won't open my eyes Keep my glass full until morning light, 'cause I'm just holding on for tonight Help me, I'm holding on for dear life, won't look down won't open my eyes Keep my glass full until morning light, 'cause I'm just holding on for tonight On for tonight Sun is up, I'm a mess Gotta get out now, gotta run from this Here comes the shame, here comes the shame 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3 drink 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3 drink 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3 drink Throw 'em back till I lose count I'm gonna swing from the chandelier, from the chandelier I'm gonna live like tomorrow doesn't exist Like it doesn't exist I'm gonna fly like a bird through the night, feel my tears as they dry I'm gonna swing from the chandelier, from the chandelier And I'm holding on for dear life, won't look down won't open my eyes Keep my glass full until morning light, 'cause I'm just holding on for tonight Help me, I'm holding on for dear life, won't look down won't open my eyes Keep my glass full until morning light, 'cause I'm just holding on for tonight On for tonight, on for tonight As I'm just holding on for tonight No I'm I'm just holding on for tonight On for tonight, on for tonight As I'm just holding on for tonight As I'm just holding on for tonight No I'm I'm just holding on for tonight On for tonight, on for tonight
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Written by: Jesse Shatkin, Sia Furler
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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17 facts about this song
Release Date"Chandelier" was released on March 17, 2014, as the lead single from Sia's sixth studio album "1000 Forms of Fear" (2014).
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Commercial SuccessIt reached the top five on record charts in 20 countries, including the Billboard Hot 100, where it peaked at number eight.
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Grammy Nominations"Chandelier" was nominated for four Grammy Awards in 2015, including for Song of the Year, Record of the Year, and Best Pop Solo Performance.
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Music Video AcclaimThe music video, widely recognized for featuring dancer Maddie Ziegler, has been watched over 2 billion times on YouTube.
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Songwriting AchievementJessie Shatkin helped Sia Furler write "Chandelier" in about 4 hours.
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Chart MaintainerThe song spent over a year (51 weeks) on the US Billboard Top 100.
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Thematic MessageAlthough the catchy, upbeat melody attracts many listeners, the lyrics speak about Sia's past struggles with alcoholism and drug addiction.
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Critical Praise"Chandelier" is often considered one of the best songs of the 2010's decade.
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CollaborationsIn 2015 a remix of the song featuring rapper Sean Paul was released.
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Cover VersionsA number of artists have covered "Chandelier", including Sara Bareilles, P!nk, and Jordan Smith.
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Vocal PerformanceCritics often point to the song as a showcase for Sia's impressive vocal range and emotional delivery.
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Song's InfluenceSince the release and success of "Chandelier," numerous songs about partying and excess have taken on a darker and more introspective tone, arguably influenced by this song.
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Misunderstood LyricsThe line "1,2,3, 1,2,3, drink" is often misheard as "1,2,3, 1,2,3, three," due to Sia's distinctive singing style.
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InspirationThe song is said to be partly inspired by the negative aspects of fame that Sia experienced during her early career.
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Technical Aspects"Chandelier" has the unusual chorus chord progression of F–Am–G/F –Am–G/B
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Cultural ImpactThe music video's choreography has been referenced and parodied in various popular TV shows, such as "Saturday Night Live," "Dancing With the Stars," and "The Ellen DeGeneres Show".
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Gender ImportanceBoth in the song and video, Sia explores the female experience and uses feminine imagery to communicate the themes of vulnerability and strength.
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