breathin
Ariana Grande
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Some days, things just take way too much of my energy I look up and the whole room's spinning You take my cares away I can so overcomplicate, people tell me to medicate Feel my blood runnin', swear the sky's fallin' How do I know if this shit's fabricated? Time goes by and I can't control my mind Don't know what else to try, but you tell me every time Just keep breathin' and breathin' and breathin' and breathin' And oh, I gotta keep, keep on breathin' Just keep breathin' and breathin' and breathin' and breathin' And oh, I gotta keep, keep on breathin' Sometimes it's hard to find, find my way up into the clouds Tune it out, they can be so loud You remind me of a time when things weren't so complicated All I need is to see your face Feel my blood runnin', swear the sky's fallin' How do I know if this shit's fabricated, oh? Time goes by and I can't control my mind Don't know what else to try, but you tell me every time Just keep breathin' and breathin' and breathin' and breathin' And oh, I gotta keep, I keep on breathin' Just keep breathin' and breathin' and breathin' and breathin' And oh, I gotta keep, I keep on breathin', mmm, yeah My, my air My, my air My, my air, my air My, my air My, my air My, my air, yeah Just keep breathin' and breathin' and breathin' and breathin' And oh, I gotta keep, I keep on breathin' Just keep breathin' and breathin' and breathin' and breathin' And oh, I gotta keep, I keep on breathin', mmm, yeah Feel my blood runnin', swear the sky's fallin' I keep on breathin' Time goes by and I can't control my mind I keep on breathin', mmm, yeah
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Written by: Ariana Grande, Ilya Salmanzadeh, Max Martin, Savan Harish Kotecha, Peter Anders Svensson
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
General Information"Breathin" is a single from Ariana Grande's fourth studio album, "Sweetener" which was released in 2018.
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Chart SuccessThe song topped many international charts. It reached number 12 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and topped the US Mainstream Top 40 chart.
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Single ReleaseDespite not being initially released as a single, due to strong digital sales and streaming numbers "Breathin" was sent to US contemporary hit radio by Republic Records and was officially released as the third single from the album on September 18, 2018.
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Song's MeaningGrande has stated that the song is about her battle with anxiety. The song's title – and its chorus – refers to a common technique for dealing with anxiety, in which sufferers try to alleviate panic attacks or anxiety episodes by concentrating on their breathing.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Breathin" is directed by Hannah Lux Davis and features scenes of Grande walking through a crowded train station, symbolizing the chaotic nature of anxiety and her journey in navigating through it.
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Commercial SuccessThe song is certified 4x Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), signifying over 4 million units sold.
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Live PerformancesGrande has performed "Breathin" live on multiple occasions, including on her "Sweetener World Tour" and during her appearance on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" in 2018.
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CollaborationThe song was produced by Swedish music producer Ilya Salmanzadeh, who co-wrote the song with Grande and Savan Kotecha.
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Animated VideoPrior to the official video, an animated lyric video was released which had footage of Grande's pet pig, Piggy Smallz.
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CoversMany artists have covered "Breathin", including Macy Kate, who released her cover on YouTube, and Alex Goot, who released his cover on Spotify.
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Critical AcclaimThe song was praised by music critics for its production, lyrics, and Grande's vocal performance. Some critics also commended the song for its honest depiction of dealing with anxiety.
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Sampling"Breathin" contains a sample from the song "After Laughter (Comes Tears)" by Wendy Rene, an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter.
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