Chasing Pavements
Adele
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I've made up my mind Don't need to think it over If I'm wrong I am right Don't need to look no further This ain't lust I know this is love but If I tell the world I'll never say enough Cause it was not said to you And that's exactly what I need to do If I'm in love with you Should I give up Or should I just keep chasing pavements? Even if it leads nowhere Or would it be a waste? Even If I knew my place should I leave it there? Should I give up Or should I just keep chasing pavements? Even if it leads nowhere I'd build myself up And fly around in circles Waiting as my heart drops And my back begins to tingle Finally could this be it or Should I give up Or should I just keep chasing pavements? Even if it leads nowhere Or would it be a waste? Even if I knew my place should I leave it there? Should I give up Or should I just keep chasing pavements? Even if it leads nowhere yeah Should I give up Or should I just keep chasing pavements? Even if, it leads nowhere Or would it be a waste? Even if I knew my place should I leave it there? Should I give up, Or should I just keep on chasing pavements? Should I just keep on chasing pavements? Or Should I give up Or should I just keep chasing pavements? Even if it leads nowhere Or would it be a waste? Even if I knew my place should I leave it there? Should I give up Or should I just keep chasing pavements? Even if it leads nowhere
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Written by: Adele Laurie Blue Adkins, Francis Anthony White
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"Chasing Pavements" was co-written by Adele and Eg White. Adele wrote the song one day after she discovered her boyfriend was cheating on her.
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Release DateThe song was released on 14 January 2008, making it one of Adele's earliest hits from her debut album "19".
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Chart Performance"Chasing Pavements" was a significant breakthrough for Adele. It peaked at number 2 on the UK Singles Chart and number 21 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
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Award-Winning Song"Chasing Pavements" won Adele her first Grammy Award in 2009. The singer won Best Female Pop Vocal Performance for the track.
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Grammy NominationsAside from the win, it was also nominated for Record of the Year and Song of the Year at the 51st Grammy Awards.
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Music VideoThe song's unique music video was released in 2008. Directed by Mathew Cullen, the video features a series of scenes with people "chasing pavements" or pursuing unreachable goals.
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InspirationThe title for "Chasing Pavements" came from an experience Adele had after a fight with her boyfriend. She ran away from him until she realized she was literally "chasing pavements" – she was getting nowhere.
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Cultural ImpactThe song established Adele as a global phenomenon. It was pivotal in introducing Adele's soulful vocals and deep lyrics to the world.
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Misinterpretation of LyricsIn the U.S., a radio station owner mistakenly thought the lyrics of "Chasing Pavements" were about pursuing a same-sex love interest. Adele has clarified that it's about being lost and isolated after a failed relationship.
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Radio AirplayDespite the misunderstanding regarding its lyrics, "Chasing Pavements" received extensive radio airplay in the U.S and around the globe, leading to its commercial success.
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