Goodness Gracious
Ellie Goulding
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I lost the signal and put you away Swore upon the sun I'd save you for a rainy day Loosen the noose and let go of the rope I know if it's never coming back it has to go I keep callin' your name, keep callin' your name I wanna hold you close but I never wanna feel ashamed So I keep callin' at night, keep callin' at night I wanna hold you close I just never I wanna hold you tight Goodness gracious I can see the stars Callin' me out, callin' me out just to keep crawlin' into your arms Goodness gracious I can see the stars Callin' me out, callin' me out just to keep crawlin' into your arms I found the weakness and put it to play Swore upon the stars I'd keep you til the night was day Shake my head dizzy so I'll never know You said if you're never comin' back you have to go I keep callin' your name, keep callin' your name I wanna hold you close but I never wanna feel ashamed So I keep callin' at night, keep callin' at night I wanna hold you close I just never wanna hold you tight Goodness gracious I can see the stars Callin' me out, callin' me out just to keep crawlin' into your arms Goodness gracious I can see the stars Callin' me out, callin' me out just to keep crawlin' into your arms Ah, callin' me out just to keep crawlin' into your arms Callin' me out just to keep crawlin' into your arms Oh my goodness, here I go again Pullin' you back to me, pullin' you back into my arms so selfishly I don't think I understand 'cause I don't really know myself I keep callin' you callin' you out Callin' you out, callin' you out, callin' you out Goodness gracious I can see the stars Callin' me out callin' me out just to keep crawlin' into your arms Goodness gracious I can see the stars Callin' me out callin' me out just to keep crawlin' into your arms Ah, ah, callin' me out just to keep crawlin' into your arms Ah, ah, callin' me out just to keep crawlin' into your arms
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Written by: ELLIE GOULDING, GREGORY ALLEN KURSTIN, CRAIG PRUESS
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"Goodness Gracious" is a song by British singer Ellie Goulding from the reissue of her second studio album, "Halcyon Days" (2013).
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Composition DetailsThe song was co-written by Goulding along with Nate Ruess, the lead vocalist of American indie pop band "Fun", and Greg Kurstin, who has also worked with the likes of Sia, Kelly Clarkson, and Lily Allen.
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Music Style"Goodness Gracious" is noted for its synth-pop and indie pop style, featuring an up-tempo and catchy melody.
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Lyrics ThemeThe song explores the theme of being irresistibly drawn back to a relationship that isn't good for you.
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Official Release"Goodness Gracious" was officially released as the second single from the album "Halcyon Days" on 13 January 2014.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Goodness Gracious" was directed by Kinga Burza and was filmed in Los Angeles. It features Ellie Goulding wearing colourful outfits and neon light-filled scenes around LA.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached the top 20 in the UK Singles Chart and also charted in Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and some European countries.
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ReceptionThe song was well-received by music critics, with many praising its infectious melody and Ellie's distinct vocal performance.
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Live Performances"Goodness Gracious" has been a standard in most of Ellie Goulding's live sets since its release, showcasing the singer's energetic stage presence.
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Covers and RemixesThere are several remixes of "Goodness Gracious", notably by the Chainsmokers, and it has been covered by multiple artists during live sessions and on YouTube.
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