Higher
The Saturdays
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I'm doing nothing 'Cause then at least I'm doing nothing wrong And I'm staying on my own And turn off my telephone But nothings gained, nothings won Yeah, you can tell them, Yeah, you can say whatever I don't care, yeah But if you wanna play it cool Then I got news for you It's getting hotter, hotter in here So, when I speak, listen This is my decision But you keep on messing up the words (oh, oh, oh) So when I speak, listen, 'Cause you keep on pushing, Like I need permission to be heard (oh, oh, oh) I'm gonna lift it, lift it Higher I'm gonna lift it, lift it Higher So when I speak, listen This is my decision But you keep on messing up the words It's getting closer I'm movin' in and there are things ya know, And I am sick of playing games And I'm not go'n say no names But you are not who to blame Yeah, you can turn off Yeah, you can go ahead and put it straight 'Cause I am finishing myself And I do not need your help I'm gonna do this tonight So, when I speak, listen This is my decision But you keep on messing up the words (oh, oh, oh) So when I speak, listen 'Cause you keep on pushing Like I need permission to be heard (oh, oh, oh) I'm gonna lift it, lift it Higher I'm gonna lift it, lift it Higher So when I speak, listen This is my decision But you keep on messing up the words I'm gonna lift it, lift it When you say higher, I go higher I'm gonna lift it, lift it Yeah, you can try, but I go higher I'm gonna lift it, lift it The only thing that I've been tryin' to do is listen, so listen So, when I speak, listen This is my decision, (yeah, yeah) But you keep on messing up the words (oh, oh, oh) (you keep on messing up my words) So when I speak, listen 'Cause you keep on pushing Like I need permission to be heard (oh, oh, oh) I'm gonna lift it, lift it Higher I'm gonna lift it, lift it Higher So when I speak, listen This is my decision But you keep on messing up the words
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Written by: INA WROLDSEN, ARNTHOR BIRGISSON
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Band Formation"Higher" is a song by British-Irish girl group The Saturdays, made up of members Rochelle Humes, Una Healy, Mollie King, Vanessa White, and Frankie Bridge.
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Release DetailsThe song was released on 28th October 2010. It's the fifth and final single from their sophomore album, "Wordshaker," and the lead single from their first EP, "Headlines!"
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 10 on the UK Singles Chart but achieved more success internationally, reaching number 1 in Scotland and number 5 in Ireland.
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Guest ArtistThe version featuring American rapper Flo Rida was released due to fan demand after he expressed interest in collaborating with the group.
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Music VideoThe video for "Higher" was shot in Los Angeles and included a cameo appearance by Flo Rida.
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Live Performances"Higher" was performed live on various television shows including "The Alan Titchmarsh Show," "Daybreak," and "Scot's T in the Park."
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Songwriting FactsThe song was written by Arnthor Birgisson, Ina Wroldsen, who have written for artists like Shontelle, Leona Lewis and Britney Spears.
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Other VersionsA funkier version of the song was also released on the album "Living for the Weekend."
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Song ThemeThe lyrics revolve around the theme of relationship struggles, and the desire to rise above problems to a place where they can't do harm.
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PopularityThe track is often considered one of The Saturdays' signature songs and continues to be a fan favorite.
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ReceptionCritics generally gave positive reviews to "Higher," praising its catchy chorus and polished pop sound.
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