Leave a Light On
Tom Walker
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The second someone mentioned you were all alone I could feel the trouble coursing through your veins Now I know, it's got a hold Just a phone called left unanswered, had me sparking up These cigarettes won't stop me wondering where you are Don't let go, keep a hold If you look into the distance, there's a house upon the hill Guiding like a lighthouse to a place where you'll be Safe to feel at grace 'cause we've all made mistakes If you've lost your way I will leave the light on I will leave the light on I will leave the light on I will leave the light on Tell me what's been happening, what's been on your mind Lately you've been searching for a darker place To hide, that's alright But if you carry on abusing, you'll be robbed from us I refuse to lose another friend to drugs Just come home, don't let go 'Cause if you look into the distance, there's a house upon the hill Guiding like a lighthouse to a place where you'll be Safe to feel at grace 'cause we've all made mistakes If you've lost your way I will leave the light on I will leave the light on I will leave the light on I will leave the light on 'Cause if you look into the distance, there's a house upon the hill Guiding like a lighthouse, it's a place where you'll be Safe to feel at grace and if you've lost your way If you've lost your way And I know you don't know oh, but I need you to be brave Hiding from the truth ain't gonna make this all okay I'll see your pain if you don't feel our grace And you've lost your way I will leave the light on I will leave the light on I will leave the light on I will leave the light on
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Written by: Steve Mac, Thomas Alexander Walker
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Genre Facts"Leave a Light On" is a genre-blending song that incorporates elements of pop, rock, and folk with a catchy, soulful beat.
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Chart Success FactsThe song was a significant commercial success, reaching the top-10 in over eleven countries worldwide.
- "Leave a Light On" was number one in French and Scottish music charts.
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Creation and Production FactsTom Walker wrote this song with Steve Mac, who has penned hits for popular artists like Ed Sheeran and Clean Bandit.
- Even though the song is personal and emotional to Tom Walker, he stated that he wrote it with the purpose of helping others going through something similar.
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Music Video FactsThe music video for "Leave a Light On" was released in November 2017.
- The video predominantly features Walker performing the song in what appears to be an abandoned warehouse, which serves to emphasize the raw emotionality of the lyrics.
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Album Facts"Leave a Light On" is part of Walker's debut album, "What A Time To Be Alive," which was released in 2019.
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Award and Recognition FactsIn 2019, the song won the award for the Best British Single at the BRIT awards.
- The song was certified Platinum and sometimes even Diamond in various countries due to its incredible international success.
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Meaning Facts"Leave a Light On" is about someone dealing with a drug addiction. Walker penned it after having a conversation with a friend who was going through a hard time. This makes the song an emotional and heartfelt plea to that friend to not give up.
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Performance FactsTom Walker has performed "Leave a Light On" on several live shows, including popular ones like The Jonathan Ross Show.
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Streaming FactsOn the music streaming platform Spotify, "Leave a Light On" has amassed over 300 million streams.
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Artist FactsTom Walker is a Scottish singer-songwriter, and "Leave a Light On" is his most successful single to date.
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