Wide Awake
Katy Perry
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I'm wide awake I'm wide awake (I'm wide awake) yeah, I was in the dark I was falling hard With an open heart (I'm wide awake) How did I read the stars so wrong? (I'm wide awake) and now it's clear to me That everything you see Ain't always what it seems (I'm wide awake) Yeah, I was dreaming for so long I wish I knew then, what I know now Wouldn't dive in, wouldn't bow down Gravity hurts, you made it so sweet 'Til I woke up on, on the concrete Falling from cloud nine Crashing from the high I'm letting go tonight Yeah, I'm falling from cloud nine (I'm wide awake) not losing any sleep I picked up every piece And landed on my feet (I'm wide awake) Need nothing to complete myself, no (I'm wide awake) yeah, I am born again Out of the lion's den I don't have to pretend (and it's too late) The story's over now, the end I wish I knew then, what I know now Wouldn't dive in, wouldn't bow down Gravity hurts, you made it so sweet 'Til I woke up on, on the concrete Falling from cloud nine (it was out of the blue, I'm) Crashing from the high I'm letting go tonight (yeah, I'm letting you go, I'm) I'm falling from cloud nine (I'm wide awake) thunder rumbling Castles crumbling (I'm wide awake) I am trying to hold on (I'm wide awake) God knows that I tried Seeing the bright side (I'm wide awake) But I'm not blind anymore I'm wide awake I'm wide awake Yeah, I'm falling from cloud nine (it was out of the blue, I'm) Crashing from the high You know I'm letting go tonight (yeah, I'm letting you go, I'm) I'm falling from cloud nine I'm wide awake I'm wide awake I'm wide awake I'm wide awake I'm wide awake
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Written by: Bonnie Mckee, Henry Walter, Katy Perry, Lukasz Gottwald, Martin Max
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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9 facts about this song
Music Composition1. "Wide Awake" is a pop song performed by American singer Katy Perry.
2. The song is one of the most chromatic pop music compositions, meaning it consists of several chord changes per second.
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Theme and Lyrics3. The lyrics of "Wide Awake" were inspired by Perry's divorce from comedian Russell Brand.
4. Perry uses the song to deliver a strong message about healing and self-empowerment.
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Critical Reception5. Most critics praised the song for its mature theme and thoughtful lyrics, which was a departure from Perry's more playful and humorous work.
6. "Wide Awake" was nominated for Best Pop Solo Performance at the 55th Grammy Awards.
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Commercial Success7. The song reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
8. "Wide Awake" also charted highly in other countries, including reaching number one in Canada.
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Music Video9. The music video for "Wide Awake" won the MTV Video Music Award for Best Art Direction.
10. The video depicts Perry navigating through a labyrinthine castle, symbolizing the struggle and eventual healing from her heartache.
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Song Release11. "Wide Awake" was originally released as a promotional single from Perry's concert film Katy Perry: Part of Me.
12. It was later included on the re-release of her third studio album, Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection.
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Promotion13. Perry performed "Wide Awake" live at several music awards, including the 2012 Billboard Music Awards.
14. She also performed the song at her concert tours such as "The California Dreams Tour" and "Prismatic World Tour".
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In Popular Culture15. "Wide Awake" was used in commercials for the 3D concert film Katy Perry: Part of Me.
16. The song has been featured on various television shows, including dancing and singing competitions.
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Trivia17. Katy Perry co-wrote "Wide Awake" with experienced songwriters and producers Max Martin, Dr. Luke and Bonnie McKee.
18. The song is often recognized for its catchy chorus and relatable lyrics.
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