Sober

Demi Lovato

About Sober

"Sober" is a song by American singer Demi Lovato. It was initially released exclusively to music streaming services through Island, Hollywood and Safehouse Records on June 21, 2018, and was made available to iTunes on the same day. Lovato revealed in the song that she had relapsed after six years of sobriety. 33 days after the release of the song, the singer was hospitalized due to an apparent overdose. Commercially, the song reached the top 40 in Ireland, Portugal and Hungary.  


Year:
2018
3:18
2,489 
#12

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I got no excuses
For all of these goodbyes
Call me when it's over
'Cause I'm dying inside
Wake me when the shakes are gone
And the cold sweats disappear
Call me when it's over
And myself has reappeared

I don't know, I don't know, I don't know, I don't know why
I do it every, every, every time
It's only when I'm lonely
Sometimes I just wanna cave
And I don't wanna fight
I try and I try and I try and I try and I try
Just hold me, I'm lonely

Momma, I'm so sorry, I'm not sober anymore
And daddy, please forgive me for the drinks spilled on the floor
To the ones who never left me
We've been down this road before
I'm so sorry, I'm not sober anymore

I'm sorry to my future love
For the man that left my bed
For making love the way I saved for you inside my head
And I'm sorry for the fans I lost
Who watched me fall again
I wanna be a role model
But I'm only human

I don't know, I don't know, I don't know, I don't know why
I do it every, every, every time
It's only when I'm lonely
Sometimes I just wanna cave
And I don't wanna fight
I try and I try and I try and I try and I try
Just hold me, I'm lonely

Momma, I'm so sorry I'm not sober anymore
And daddy, please forgive me for the drinks spilled on the floor
To the ones who never left me
We've been down this road before
I'm so sorry, I'm not sober anymore
I'm not sober anymore

I'm sorry that I'm here again
I promise I'll get help
It wasn't my intention
I'm sorry to myself

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Demi Lovato

Demetria Devonne "Demi" Lovato (born August 20, 1992) is an American singer-songwriter, musician, actor, and activist. They are involved in philanthropic activities through charity work and using their platform to raise awareness about the environment, LGBTQ+ issues, racism, injustice, etc. They are a pioneer in mental health advocacy; having battles eating disorders as well as mental illnesses and self harm their whole life. Lovato's earliest roles included Angela on Barney & Friends, and Charlotte on the Disney short series As The Bell Rings. They rose to prominence as the lead role of Mitchie in the 2008 film Camp Rock. In 2009, Lovato received their own Disney Channel television sitcom, Sonny with a Chance, and was co-lead in the film Prince… more »

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Written by: - Mphazes, Demitria Lovato, Samuel Elliott Roman, Tushar Apte

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Singer's Personal Struggle
Demi Lovato wrote "Sober" about her personal battle with addiction. The song is a raw admission of her struggles with sobriety.
Release Timing
"Sober" was released on June 21, 2018, a little over a month before she had a nearly fatal overdose in July 2018.
Emotional Response
The song garnered very emotional responses worldwide, especially from their fans, for its brutally honest and open lyrics.
Production Team
"Sober" was co-written by Demi Lovato along with Tushar Apte, Sam Roman, and Mark Landon.
Song Genre
The song falls under the Pop genre and is known for its heartfelt vocals and melancholic tune.
Award Nominations
Although "Sober" received widespread acclaim, it did not receive any nominations at the major music award events.
Chart Performance
Despite its emotional and personal narrative, "Sober" did not necessarily chart high. In the U.S., it peaked at No.58 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Public Commentary
After the song's release, Lovato was met with an outpouring of love and support from fans and celebrities alike, many praising her openness around such a sensitive topic.
Part of a Larger Discourse
The song is one of several that Lovato has written about her struggles with addiction and mental health. It fits into a larger discourse that she's created about the realities of living with these issues.
Inspirational Kick
The lyrics of "Sober" have served as inspiration and comfort to many listeners who are going through similar struggles as Lovato, providing solace and validation that they are not alone in their battles.
Reference in Documentary
The song, "Sober," along with its backstory was discussed in Demi Lovato’s documentary, “Dancing with the Devil,” which delves deep into her struggles with addiction and journey towards recovery.
Difference in Catalogue
“Sober” is noted for being starkly contrasted from the rest of Lovato’s pop-heavy, often upbeat catalog, showcasing the singer’s willingness to delve into darker, more personal territories in her music.

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