Unstoppable
Lianne La Havas
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I'll wait a little longer We're weak and getting stronger I know it's taking the time to heal We'll be unstoppable Don't know what I did it for I needed to know that it was always real My head's held high when we walk down the line, honey Arm-in-arm through the clear night sky Let's be at peace, we'll fly Our hearts collide Can't escape the magnetic side I was like a satellite spinning away Almost lost forever and leaving no trace Floating through the darkest reaches of space To another galaxy Our polarity shifted around There is nothing else left holding us down But it's just gravitational We are unstoppable I just can't escape the pull We are unstoppable It's just gravitational We are unstoppable Our head's held high when we walk down the line, honey Arm-in-arm through the clear night sky Let's be at peace, we'll fly Our hearts collide Can't escape the magnetic side I was like a satellite spinning away Almost lost forever and leaving no trace Floating through the darkest reaches of space To another galaxy Our polarity shifted around There is nothing else left holding us down But it's just gravitational We are unstoppable I just can't escape the pull We are unstoppable It's just gravitational We are unstoppable The stars will guide the way In the dead of space You will be my one and only We are unstoppable Oh, oh, oh! The stars will guide the way In the dead of space You will be my one and only
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Written by: Paul Epworth, Lianne La Havas
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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23 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Unstoppable" by Lianne La Havas falls into the genre of soul, R&B and folk music. It particularly showcases her skills in neo-soul and contemporary R&B.
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Album detailsThe song is a part of the album "Blood", released on July 31, 2015. "Blood" is Lianne’s second studio album.
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Production TeamThe track was co-produced by Paul Epworth, a renowned British music producer who has previously worked with artists like Adele and Florence + The Machine.
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Critical AcclaimThe song received positive reviews from music critics, with many praising its lyrics and La Havas's vocal performance.
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Inspirational SourceLa Havas revealed that "Unstoppable" was inspired by a trip she took to Jamaica, which is her mother's homeland.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough "Unstoppable" did not make it into the top charts, the album "Blood" was quite successful, peaking at number 2 on the UK Albums Chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Unstoppable" was directed by Olivier Groulx and it was released on May 12, 2015. It features Lianne dancing in different locations.
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Social impactThe song is often recognized as a feel-good, uplifting anthem, encouraging resilience and self-belief.
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Songwriting ProcessIt was written by Lianne La Havas, Paul Epworth and Matt Hales (also known under his stage name as Aqualung).
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Musical Composition"Unstoppable" starts with a delicate guitar introduction followed by La Havas’s smooth and distinctive vocal execution, and gradually transitions to a robust and rhythmic chorus.
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Live PerformancesLianne La Havas has showcased "Unstoppable" in several live performances, including her set at the Glastonbury Festival in 2015.
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RecognitionThe album "Blood", which features "Unstoppable", was nominated for Best Urban Contemporary Album at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards.
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Artist Identification"Unstoppable" is a song by British singer and songwriter Lianne La Havas.
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Album ClassificationThe song is part of her second studio album "Blood" released in 2015.
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Song ProductionLa Havas co-wrote the song with singer-songwriter Paul Epworth who has also co-written and produced hits for major artists like Adele and Florence and the Machine.
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Genre SpecificationThe song falls under the genres of soul, R&B, and folk music.
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Chart PerformanceWhile the song did not chart on conventional charts, it received significant airplay on alternative and adult album alternative radio stations.
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Concept Behind the SongThe song is reflective of La Havas' Jamaican and Greek heritage, revealing a newfound soulfulness.
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Music VideoThe song's music video, directed by Olivier Groulx, reflects its cosmic theme. It features the singer levitating items in her apartment and herself with her mind.
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ReceptionThe song was highly admired by critics and got significant recognition for La Havas’ soulful voice and the song’s smooth production.
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Song Influence"Unstoppable" was even used in a TV commercial for a Samsung camera, thus broadening its reach.
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Live PerformancesLa Havas performed "Unstoppable" on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in 2015, which helped it gain more popularity.
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Astronomical ReferenceThe song references the galaxy and universe, painting a picture of infinite love and connection, and its music video likewise follows a celestial theme.
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