Breathe
Erasure
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Twenty-seven times I paint the city in lights Now I changed my mind I was living fast now I'm running on empty And I feel yeah I feel You're gonna go, let me go Breathe, and I breathe It's bitter without you I can't live without you And I'm in love with you Stood the test of time Though I treated you rough you were always kind I let my head rule my heart now I'm feeling so lonely And I feel it's the deal You're letting me go gonna go Breathe and I breathe Hollow without you I can't live without you And I'm in love with you Breathe I believe Empty without you I can't live without you And I'm in love with you Breathe, and I breathe It's bitter without you I can't live without you And I'm in love with you Breathe I believe Empty without you I can't live without you And I'm in love with you Breathe I believe I can't live without you I can't live with you And I'm in love with you
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Written by: Bruce W. Franklin, Eric Wagner, Rick J. Wartell
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Songtrust Ave
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10 facts about this song
Release InformationThe song "Breathe" by Erasure was released in November 2004 as the first single from their eleventh studio album ‘Nightbird.’
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Chart Success"Breathe" was a commercial success and reached number 4 on the UK Singles Chart. In the United States, it topped the Billboard's Hot Dance Club Play chart.
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Song CompositionThis pop synth song was penned by members Vince Clarke and Andy Bell. It's noted for its electronic sound that is synonymous with the band's signature style.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Breathe" was an animated feature, which is a somewhat uncommon approach for music videos. It was created by the London-based design and direction company HSI Productions.
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Return to FormAfter a few less successful albums, "Breathe" was noted for its return to form, often receiving comparison to the band's earlier work.
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Award NominationsBecause of its popularity, "Breathe" was nominated for an Ivor Novello Award for Best Song Musically and Lyrically in 2006.
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Album SuccessBoosted by Breathe’s success, the album Nightbird also did well on the charts, reaching the UK top 10 and helping revive Erasure's career.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised the song for its thoughtful lyrics and catchy melody. The Guardian specifically noted it as a highlight of the album in their review.
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Covers and Remakes"Breathe" is a popular song for covers and has been remade by a number of different musicians, including Leah McFall on the UK version of The Voice in 2013.
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Significance in Erasure's Discography"Breathe" remains one of Erasure's most successful and popular songs, demonstrating their staying power in the music industry.
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