Influence
Tove Lo, Wiz Khalifa
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First line, take mine; I'm fine as f*ck Love myself tonight and I think you can feel the same Moonshine, good time; babe, you're in luck 'Cause I will do whatever comes to mind You'll go insane Things I say don't usually come easily There's one thing I need you now to know 'bout me You know I'm under the influence So don't trust every word I say, I say When I'm under the influence It's a blur, but I want my way, my way You know I'm under the influence So don't trust every word I say, I say Sounds good without making sense It's a blur, but I want my way, my way When I'm under the influence Take off, liquor; I feel the beat Hold onto the floor but I keep spinnin' round and round Swing me, baby, back on my feet Hiding in the crowd; we're making love without a sound Things I say don't usually come easily There's one thing I need you now to know 'bout me You know I'm under the influence So don't trust every word I say, I say When I'm under the influence It's a blur, but I want my way, my way You know I'm under the influence (oh, oh) So don't trust every word I say, I say Sounds good without making sense (sounds good without making sense) It's a blur, but I want my way, my way When I'm under the influence Boy meets, boy meets Girl meets girl This is the best place in the world, ooh Boy meets, boy meets Girl meets girl This is the best place in the world, ooh So, intoxicated and faded, I'm in the club, barely made it I see the look on your face and it says that you want it later But you ain't too into waitin', I fly you to different places Took all your crew and amazing cause they ain't doing the same shit Barely knew what your name is, don't care who you just came with Make a move and get famous, get your mission completed Use the other politic or entertainment I just got a couple things I wanna know 'cause everything is moving slow I usually wouldn't ask this though You know I'm under the influence So don't trust every word I say, I say (Wiz Khalifa man) When I'm under the influence It's a blur, but I want my way, my way You know I'm under the influence (boy meets, boy meets, girl meets, girl) So don't trust every word I say, I say Sounds good without making sense (boy meets, boy meets, girl meets, girl) It's a blur, but I want my way, my way When I'm under the influence
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Written by: JAKOB BO JERLSTROEM, LUDVIG KARL DAGSSON SOEDERBERG, CAMERON JIBRIL THOMAZ, TOVE LO
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26 facts about this song
Song creation"Influence" is a song by Swedish singer Tove Lo from her second studio album, "Lady Wood," released in 2016. The song features American rapper Wiz Khalifa.
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GenreThe song falls under the genres of electro-pop and synth-pop, which are signature styles of Tove Lo. Wiz Khalifa adds a hip-hop flavor with his verse.
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Lyrics ContentThe song talks about intoxication and being under someone's influence in a romantic sense. It reflects Tove Lo's songwriting style, breezy and deeply personal with a touch of dark undertones.
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Collaboration"Influence" is a collaboration between Tove Lo and Wiz Khalifa. This collaborative track is notable as it merges Tove Lo's pop artistry with Khalifa's immersive rap skills.
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ReceptionThe song received generally positive feedback from critics. It was praised for its catchy hook and complementing contribution from Wiz Khalifa.
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Album Performance“Influence" is part of the album "Lady Wood," which peaked at number 11 on the Billboard 200 and at number 16 on the UK Albums Chart.
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SongwritingTove Lo is renowned for composing her songs based on real-life experiences and emotions, and "Influence" is no different. She admitted in various interviews that the album "Lady Wood" as a whole explores the highs and lows of her life.
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Music VideoAlthough "Influence" itself does not have a dedicated music video, portions of the track are included in the short film "Fairy Dust" that Tove Lo released in conjunction with the "Lady Wood" album. The short film visually represents the songs from the album.
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Live PerformancesTove Lo has performed "Influence" during several live events, often fusing it with her other songs in a spectacular multi-song mashup. However, she has not performed it alongside Wiz Khalifa as of now.
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ProductionThe track was produced by The Struts and Oscar Holter, both who have collaborated with Tove Lo on multiple occasions. Their production brings a sharp and catchy sound to the track, enhancing the lyrical themes.
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Genre Classification"Influence" falls under Electropop and Synth-pop genres.
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Album InclusionThe song "Influence" is part of Tove Lo's second studio album, "Lady Wood," which was released in 2016.
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Collaboration"Influence" is a collaboration between Swedish singer and songwriter Tove Lo and American rapper Wiz Khalifa.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its popularity, "Influence" did not chart in major music charts like Billboard Hot 100.
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Track LengthThe track has a duration of 3 minutes and 44 seconds.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Tove Lo (real name Ebba Tove Elsa Nilsson), Daniel Ledinsky, Alexander Kronlund, Wiz Khalifa (real name Cameron Jibril Thomaz), and Jakob Jerlström.
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ThemeThe song talks about the concept of being high under the influence of drugs and making undesirable decisions. Its lyrics discuss vulnerability, ambition, and the struggles of a woman in a mesmerizing yet dangerous lifestyle.
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VocalsTove Lo’s rich and impassioned vocal performance is paired with Wiz Khalifa's riveting rap verses.
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Music VideoAlthough the song doesn't have an official solo music video, it's featured in the "Fairy Dust" short film by Tove Lo, representing one segment of the narrative.
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Influence in Pop CultureWhile it may have missed chart rankings, "Influence" is popular in pop culture. It has been used in a few popular Spotify playlists and has amassed millions of plays globally.
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Live PerformancesTove Lo has performed "Influence" at several live concerts and festivals, sometimes even without Wiz Khalifa. It formed part of the setlist for her "Lady Wood Tour" in 2017.
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ProductionThe production of the song is credited to The Struts and Oscar Holter.
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ReviewsThe song was well received by critics. They praised its hook and the chemistry between Tove Lo and Wiz Khalifa.
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Music Style"Influence" is recognized for its eclectic style, combining Tove's dark pop aesthetics with Wiz Khalifa’s distinct hip-hop influence to create a unique soundscape.
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HarmoniesThe song effectively uses minor-key harmonic variations to create a slightly oppressive atmosphere.
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ImpactDespite its dark themes, "Influence" has had a reasonable impact on fans who relate to the song's portrayal of struggle, temptation, and the darker side of fame.
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