Back to the Start
Lily Allen
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When we were growing up you always looked like you were having such fun You always were and you always will be the taller and the prettier one People seem to love you They gravitate towards you That's why I started to hate you so much And I just completely ignored you I don't know why I felt the need to keep it up for oh so long It's all my fault I'm sorry you did absolutely nothing wrong I don't know why I felt the need to drag it out for all these years All the pain I've caused you The constant flow of all the tears Believe me when I say that I cannot apologize enough When all you ever wanted from me was a token of my love And if it's not too late Could you please find it deep within your heart To try and go back go back to the start Go back to the start I've been so evil with my constant invasions But you made it so easy for me You always rise to the occasion I'll always pull you up on every stupid thing that you say But I found it so entertaining Messing around with your head I don't know why I felt the need to keep it up for oh so long It's all my fault I'm sorry you did absolutely nothing wrong I don't know why I felt the need to drag it out for all these years All the pain I've caused you The constant flow of all the tears Believe me when I say that I cannot apologize enough When all you ever wanted from me was a token of my love And if it's not too late Could you please find it deep within your heart To try and go back go back to the start Go back to the start Go back to the start Go back to the start This is not just a song I intend to put these words into action I hope that it sums up the way that I feel to your satisfaction I don't know why I felt the need to keep it up for oh so long It's all my fault I'm sorry you did absolutely nothing wrong I don't know why I felt the need to drag it out for all these years All the pain I've caused you The constant flow of all the tears Believe me when I say that I cannot apologize enough When all you ever wanted from me was a token of my love And if it's not too late Could you please find it deep within your heart To try and go back go back to the start Go back to the start
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Written by: LILY ALLEN, GREG KURSTIN, GREGORY KURSTIN
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Back to the Start" is the 11th track on Lily Allen's second album, titled "It's Not Me, It's You." The record was released on February 2, 2009, and the song isn't a single from the album.
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Personal ConnectionThe song is a personal reflection for Lily Allen, where she apologizes to her elder sister, Sarah, for bullying her when they were children.
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Unique Song Structure"Back to the Start" features a distinctive song structure that begins with a fast, syncopated rhythm and gradually evolves into a more upbeat, dance-pop rhythm, demonstrating Allen's versatility as a songwriter.
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Lyrical DepthThe lyrics tackle heavy themes of guilt and regret, exploring Allen's feelings as she strives to mend her relationship with her sister.
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Family ResponseSarah Owen, Lily Allen's sister, was reportedly moved to tears upon hearing the song for the first time, indicating the deep emotional resonance the track has for Allen's family.
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Rap ComponentRather than the conventional pop vocal style typically associated with Allen, this song features rapid-fire, spoken-word verses that come close to rapping, revealing a different side of her musical capabilities.
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Producer DetailsThe song was produced by Greg Kurstin, an American producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, who has worked extensively with Lily Allen across her discography.
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Live Performances"Back to the Start" has been performed live by Allen at various venues and concerts, often coupled with a heartfelt acknowledgment about her relationship with her sister.
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Instrumental SyncopationThe song showcases an experiment with electronic instrumental syncopation, providing an interesting juxtaposition to the more serious lyrics.
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Critical ReceptionAs a deep-cut on the album and not a radio single, "Back to the Start" didn't receive as much attention as some of Allen's other songs. However, those who have reviewed it often commend Allen's raw honesty and the song's unpredictable rhythm progression.
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