New York City

The Chainsmokers

About New York City

"New York City" is a song by American DJ duo The Chainsmokers from the duo's first EP Bouquet. It features uncredited vocals from American singer Victoria Zaro. The song peaked at number 25 on the US Dance/Electronic Songs chart and number 80 on the 2016 Dance/Electronic Songs year-end chart.


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2015
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To know what it's like to love somebody the way I love you
To know what it's like to love somebody the way I love you
To know how it feels to kill yourself with bad habits
To know what you want, know you'll never truly have it

New York City, please go easy on me tonight
New York City, please go easy on this heart of mine
'Cause I'm losing my lover to the arms of another
New York City, please go easy on me tonight 

New York City, please go easy on me, tonight

When I went away, saw your face in my rear-view
I know that look on your face, that I had lost you

New York City, please go easy on me tonight
New York City, please go easy on this heart of mine
'Cause I'm losing my lover to the arms of another
New York City, please go easy on me tonight

You promised, I promised
I never knew I could be this selfish
Nights downtown, it's a new town
But I keep thinking I see your face in the crowd
But you're not here and you won't be
'Cause you love me enough to let go of me

New York City, please go easy on me tonight
New York City, please go easy on this heart of mine
'Cause I'm losing my lover to the arms of another
New York City, please go easy on me tonight

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The Chainsmokers

The Chainsmokers are an American electronic DJ and production duo consisting of Alexander "Alex" Pall and Andrew "Drew" Taggart. They started out by releasing remixes of songs by indie artists. more »

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Written by: BRITTANY AMARADIO, ANDREW TAGGART

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Release Information
"New York City" is a song by American DJ duo The Chainsmokers. It was included in their debut EP, "Bouquet", which was released on October 23, 2015.
Song Composition
The song is known for its down-tempo electronica sound. It is more somber and reflective in comparison to the duo's other songs, which lean more towards the electronic dance music (EDM) genre.
Inspiration Behind the Song
"New York City" is about mourning a lost love and is set against the backdrop of New York City. The lyrics describe walking through the city and being reminded of a past relationship.
Song Lyrics
Andrew Taggart, one of the members of The Chainsmokers, is the key lyricist for their songs, including "New York City". His experiences and emotions greatly influence the lyrics.
Music Video
Although the song did not have an official music video, a visualizer showing the lyrics along with a flashing image of a bouquet was uploaded on The Chainsmokers' Vevo channel on YouTube.
Live Performances
"New York City" has been performed in several of The Chainsmokers' concerts and tours. The song often elicits a strong response from the audience because of its resonating lyrics and haunting melody.
Reception
Although it did not chart as high as their other songs, "New York City" has garnered a steady fanbase. Many fans consider it special because it gives a glimpse into the vulnerability and emotions of The Chainsmokers.
Cover Versions
Some artists and music enthusiasts have made cover versions of "New York City", further increasing its popularity. These covers vary from acoustic to full band renditions, showing the versatility of the song.
Featured Vocals
Although The Chainsmokers often collaborate with various artists for the vocals of their song, "New York City" is one of the few songs where Taggart himself is the lead vocalist.
Ranking
Despite not making any notable chart performance, the song has accumulated millions of streams on digital platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music, attesting its popularity among the duo's fanbase.

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