Closer

Ne-Yo

About Closer

"Closer" is a song by American recording artist Ne-Yo. The song was written and produced by Ne-Yo and Stargate. It was released as the lead single from Ne-Yo's third studio album Year of the Gentleman (2008). "Closer" reached number one in the UK, scoring Ne-Yo his second UK number one, following 2006's "So Sick". "Closer" became the fifteenth biggest selling single in the UK in 2008 according to BBC Radio 1's chart of the year.


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2008
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Closer
Closer
Closer
Closer

Turn the lights off in this place
And she shines just like a star
And I swear I know her face
I just don't know who you are
Turn the music up in here
I still hear her loud and clear
Like she's right there in my ear
Telling me
That she wants to own me
To control me
Come closer
Come closer

Oh I just can't pull myself away
Under her spell I can't break
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
And I just can't break myself no way
But I don't want to escape
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop

I can feel her on my skin
I can taste her on my tongue
She's the sweetest taste of sin
The more I get the more I want
She wants to own me
Come closer
She says "come closer"

Oh I just can't pull myself away
Under her spell I can't break
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
And I just can't break myself no way
But I don't want to escape
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop

(Come closer)

(Come closer)

(Come closer)

(Come closer)

(Come closer)

(Come closer)

(Come closer)

I just can't stop no

I just can't stop no

I just can't stop no

I just can't stop no

Oh I just can't pull myself away
Under her spell I can't break
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
And I just can't break myself no way
But I don't want to escape
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop

Oh I just can't pull myself away
Under her spell I can't break
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
I just can't stop
Come closer

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Ne-Yo

Shaffer Chimere Smith (born October 18, 1982), better known by his stage name Ne-Yo, is an American pop and R&B recording artist, record producer, dancer and actor. Beginning his career as a songwriter, Ne-Yo penned the hit "Let Me Love You" for singer Mario. The single's successful release in the United States prompted an informal meeting between Ne-Yo and Def Jam's label head, and the signing of a recording contract. He has won three Grammy Awards for his musical work. more »

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Written by: Bernt Rune Stray, Magnus Torkehage Beite, Mikkel Storleer Eriksen, Shaffer Smith, Tor Erik Hermansen

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Integrity Music, Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Closer" was written by Ne-Yo, Mikkel S. Eriksen, Tor Erik Hermansen, Espen Lind, Amund Bjorklund, and Magnar Janoy. This song is a fusion of R&B and pop genres.
Label Release
The song was released as the lead single from Ne-Yo's third studio album "Year of the Gentleman" on April 15, 2008, under Def Jam Recordings.
Chart Performance
"Closer" topped the UK Singles Chart and became Ne-Yo's second UK number-one single. It also peaked at number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
Award Nominations
The song was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording at the 51st Grammy Awards in 2009.
Inspiration
Ne-Yo said in an interview that the song was influenced by the works of pop singer Michael Jackson.
Sales Achievement
"Closer" was a successful track for Ne-Yo, achieving platinum status in the UK and US.
Prominent Samples
The synthesizer "lick" in the song was an interpolation from the 1983 film "Local Hero".
Music Video
The video for "Closer" was directed by famous video director Jesse Terrero. The music video took elements from Rize by David LaChapelle.
Cover Versions
This song has been covered by several artists, including British boy band JLS and American Idol season 11 contestant, Colton Dixon.
Dance Relevance
The track's blend of R&B with a dance-pop beat has made it a popular choice in dance-based reality TV shows and dance floor worldwide.

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