Writing's On The Wall
Sam Smith
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I've been here before But always hit the floor I've spent a lifetime running And I always get away But with you I'm feeling something That makes me want to stay I'm prepared for this I never shoot to miss But I feel like a storm is coming If I'm gonna make it through the day Then there's no more use in running This is something I gotta face If I risk it all Could you break my fall? How do I live? How do I breathe? When you're not here I'm suffocating I want to feel love, run through my blood Tell me is this where I give it all up? For you I have to risk it all 'Cause the writing's on the wall A million shards of glass That haunt me from my past As the stars begin to gather And the light begins to fade When all hope begins to shatter Know that I won't be afraid If I risk it all Could you break my fall? How do I live? How do I breathe? When you're not here I'm suffocating I want to feel love, run through my blood Tell me is this where I give it all up? For you I have to risk it all 'Cause the writing's on the wall The writing's on the wall How do I live? How do I breathe? When you're not here I'm suffocating I want to feel love, run through my blood Tell me is this where I give it all up? How do I live? How do I breathe? When you're not here I'm suffocating I want to feel love, run through my blood Tell me is this where I give it all up? For you I have to risk it all 'Cause the writing's on the wall
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Written by: James Napier, Sam Smith
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"Writing's on the Wall" was performed by the English singer, Sam Smith. The song was released by Capitol Records on 25 September 2015.
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James Bond ConnectionThis song was written specifically for "Spectre," the 24th James Bond film. It marked the first time in the franchise's history that a British male solo artist recorded the theme tune.
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Co-writersSmith co-wrote the song with Jimmy Napes, who is an English songwriter and record producer, known for various successful tracks.
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Record-Breaker"Writing's on the Wall" debuted at number one on the UK Singles Chart, becoming the first Bond theme to do so.
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Award AccoladesIn 2016, the song won the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song as well as the Academy Award for Best Original Song, making Sam Smith the first artist to win an Oscar for a James Bond theme song.
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Critics ReviewsCritics offered mixed reviews upon the song's release. While some praised Smith's emotive vocals and the song's writing quality, others felt it wasn't as impactful as past Bond themes.
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Music VideoDirected by Luke Monaghan, the song's music video features scenes from the Spectre film as well as footage of Sam Smith.
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DurationThe song has a running time of 4 minutes and 38 seconds.
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Style and LyricsWith a slow tempo and rich orchestration, the song's style is evocative of classic Bond themes. It talks about self doubt and vulnerability, offering a more introspective perspective compared to traditional Bond themes.
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Recording and ProductionThe song was recorded in Abbey Road Studios, a historic studio famous for its connections with the Beatles. It features over 80 musicians to get the grand, orchestral sound.
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