XO
Beyoncé
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(Flight controller is here is looking very carefully at the situation) (Obviously a major malfunction) Your love is bright as ever Even in the shadows Baby kiss me Before they turn the lights out Your heart is glowing And I'm crashing into you Baby kiss me Before they turn the lights out Before they turn the lights out Baby love me lights out In the darkest night hour (in the darkest night hour) I'll search through the crowd (I'll search through the crowd) Your face is all that I see I'll give you everything Baby love me lights out Baby love me lights out You can turn my lights out We don't have forever Ooh, baby daylight's wasting You better kiss me Before our time has run out Mmm yeah Nobody sees what we see They're just hopelessly gazing, oh Oh, baby take me, me Before they turn the lights out Before our time has run out Baby love me lights out In the darkest night hour (in the darkest night hour) I'll search through the crowd (I'll search through the crowd) Your face is all that I see I'll give you everything Baby love me lights out Baby love me lights out You can turn my lights out I love you like XO You love me like XO You kill me boy XO You love me like XO All that I see Give me everything Baby love me lights out Baby love me lights out You can turn my lights out In the darkest night hour (in the darkest night hour) I'll search through the crowd (I'll search through the crowd) Your face is all that I see I'll give you everything Baby love me lights out Baby love me lights out You can turn my lights out
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Written by: Beyonce Gisselle Knowles, Ryan B. Tedder, Terius Youngdell Nash
Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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16 facts about this song
Album Information"XO" is a song from Beyoncé's self-titled fifth studio album, released in 2013.
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Song GenresThis song belongs to the music genres of electropop, pop, and R&B.
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Lyric NarrativeThe lyrics represent an uplifting message of living in the moment and letting go of fear.
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Songwriting CreditsBeyoncé co-wrote the song with Terius "The-Dream" Nash and Ryan Tedder.
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Production CreditsThe song was produced by Beyoncé herself, Ryan Tedder, and Hit-Boy.
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Music Video DirectorThe music video for the song "XO" was directed by Terry Richardson.
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Filming LocationThe music video was shot at Coney Island, a neighborhood located in Brooklyn, New York.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 45 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and was a top 20 hit in the UK, Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand.
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Sample UseThe song opens with a sample from the 1986 Challenger tragedy where NASA’s public affairs officer says, “Flight controllers here looking very carefully at the situation. Obviously, a major malfunction.”
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ControversyThe use of the Challenger sample caused some controversy, with NASA issuing a statement saying they were disappointed in the use of the clip. Beyoncé later apologized, stating that the sample was used with the intention of respecting the victims.
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Certification"XO" received a Platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
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Live PerformancesBeyoncé has performed "XO" live at various locations including the 2014 BRIT Awards, The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour, and the On the Run Tour.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from music critics, who praised its uplifting message and Beyoncé's vocal performance.
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Tour ConnectionThe success of "XO" led to the creation of a remix, which was used as the opening song for the European leg of The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour.
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Stylistic Elements"XO" has a wall of sound that is built with synths, keyboards, and drums. It is characterized by its anthemic chorus and feel-good atmosphere.
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Inspirational MessageBeyoncé explained in interviews that "XO" is about the joy and happiness created by human bonds, emphasizing the value of making the most out of every moment with loved ones.
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