In the Name of Love
Bebe Rexha, Martin Garrix
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If I told you this was only gonna hurt If I warned you that the fire's gonna burn Would you walk in? Would you let me do it first? Do it all in the name of love Would you let me lead you even when you're blind? In the darkness, in the middle of the night In the silence, when there's no one by your side Would you call in the name of love? In the name of love, name of love In the name of love, name of love In the name of In the name, name In the name, name If I told you we could bathe in all the lights Would you rise up, come and meet me in the sky? Would you trust me when you're jumping from the heights? Would you fall in the name of love? When there's madness, when there's poison in your head When the sadness leaves you broken in your bed I will hold you in the depths of your despair And it's all in the name of love In the name of love, name of love In the name of love, name of love In the name of In the name, name In the name, name I wanna testify Scream in the holy light You bring me back to life And it's all in the name of love I wanna testify Scream in the holy light You bring me back to life And it's all in the name of love In the name of love, name of love In the name of love, name of love In the name of In the name, name In the name, name In the name of In the name, name In the name of
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Written by: Bleta Rexha, Ilsey Juber, Martin Garrix, Matthew Radosevich, Ruth Cunningham, Stephen Philibin, Yael Ezra Nahar
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, O/B/O CAPASSO, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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26 facts about this song
Songwriter"In the Name of Love" was written by three talented people – Martin Garrix, Matthew Radosevich, and Ruth-Anne Cunningham. The lyrics of the song were co-written by Bebe Rexha herself.
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CollaborationThis song is a collaboration between Bebe Rexha and Dutch DJ and music producer Martin Garrix.
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Release DateThe song was released on 29th July 2016 as a digital download.
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GenreThe music of "In the Name of Love" falls under Future Bass genre. It features a blend of electronic dance music (EDM) with elements of pop music.
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Synthesis and Processing TechniquesThe song is innovative and interesting from a technical point of view, as it utilizes effects such as pitch-bend and slide processing on the synthesizer sounds.
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Chart SuccessUpon its release, "In the Name of Love" achieved significant commercial success. It peaked at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, and it also reached the top 10 in several other countries including the United Kingdom, Australia, Belgium, and New Zealand.
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CertificationDue to its high sales, the single was awarded multi-platinum certifications in many countries. It has been certified quadruple Platinum in the US by the RIAA.
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Music VideoThe song's music video was directed by Emil Nava and was released on YouTube on August 23, 2016. Its stunning visual effects garnered much appreciation.
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Live PerformancesBebe Rexha and Martin Garrix have performed the song live at numerous events, including the 2016 MTV Europe Music Awards.
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Lyrics and ThemeThe song lyrics are an emotional plea in the name of love, showcasing the protagonist's willingness to take risks for their love. It resonated with listeners, making it a popular choice for romantic playlists and soundtracks.
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Remixes"In the Name of Love" was remixed by various DJs and producers, including DallasK and The Him, extending its popularity in the dance music community.
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Song Information"In the Name of Love" is a song by Dutch DJ Martin Garrix and American singer Bebe Rexha. It was not only Bebe's solo work, as she collaborated with Martin Garrix for this track.
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Release DateThe song was first released on 29 July 2016 via STMPD RCRDS, a digital distribution platform.
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Certification StatusThe song was certified platinum or higher in ten countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada and Australia.
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GenreIt falls under the categories of Future Bass and EMD, a shift from Bebe Rexha's usual pop and Martin Garrix's electro house anthems.
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Charts Performance"In the Name of Love" charted in the top 10 in more than ten countries and its top charting positions were number 4 in Netherlands, 7 in the UK, and 24 in the US on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Lyrics InspirationThe song's lyrics were inspired by a conversation Bebe Rexha had with a friend about the nature of love and the things people do in its name.
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Creation ProcessBebe Rexha wrote the initial verse of the song in just 10 minutes, surprising herself and Martin Garrix.
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Music VideoThe music video for the track shows Bebe and Garrix performing on the edge of a cliff in an open forest. It has received over 1 billion views on YouTube to date.
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Award NominationsThe song earned Bebe Rexha and Martin Garrix several award nominations, including an MTV Europe Music Award for "Best Song".
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AvailabilityThe song was made available on various platforms such as Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, and Apple Music.
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Live PerformancesBoth Martin Garrix and Bebe Rexha have performed the song live, including at the 2016 MTV Europe Music Awards.
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Positive Reviews"In the Name of Love" received positive reviews from critics, with praise directed towards its range of emotions and unique blend of genres.
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InfluenceThis song is considered Bebe Rexha's breakthrough into the international music scene and has since increased her popularity and recognition globally.
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Cover VersionsThere have been numerous cover versions of "In the Name of Love" by various artists, further expanding the song's reach and impact.
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Behind the ScenesDespite the seriousness of the song, Bebe and Martin shared several fun and light-hearted moments while making the music video. They even faced challenges like Martin Garrix's fear of heights during the shoot that was arranged on the cliffs.
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