Cold Shoulder
Adele
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You say it's all in my head And the things I think just don't make sense So where you been then? Don't go all coy Don't turn it round on me like it's my fault See I can see that look in your eyes The one that shoots me each and every time You grace me with your cold shoulder Whenever you look at me I wish I was her You shower me with words made of knives Whenever you look at me I wish I was her These days when I see you You make it look like I'm see-through Do tell me why you waste our time When your heart ain't in it, and you're not satisfied You know I know just how you feel I'm starting to find myself feeling that way too When you grace me with your cold shoulder Whenever you look at me I wish I was her You shower me with words made of knives Whenever you look at me I wish I was her Time and time again, I play the role of fool (Just for you) Even in the daylight when you think that (I don't see you) Try to look for things I hear but our eyes never find Though I do know how you play You grace me with your cold shoulder Whenever you look at me I wish I was her You shower me with words made of knives Whenever you look at me I wish I was her You grace me with your cold shoulder Whenever you look at me I wish I was her You shower me with words made of knives Whenever you look at me I wish I was her
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Written by: Adele Laurie Blue Adkins, Sacha Skarbek
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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11 facts about this song
Release Date"Cold Shoulder" was released on April 21, 2008, as the third single from Adele's debut album, 19.
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Song GenreThe song is a fusion of jazz, pop and soul genres with a contemporary twist.
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Song Production"Cold Shoulder" was produced by well-known music producer and songwriter Mark Ronson.
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Chart PerformanceIn the United Kingdom, it reached #18 on the UK Singles Chart and #26 on the Billboard Adult Top 40 chart in the United States.
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Music Video DirectorThe music video for "Cold Shoulder" was directed by Phil Griffin, who also directed videos for Amy Winehouse.
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Song SamplingAdele's song was sampled in "Top of the World", a track from rapper Twista's 2010 album 'The Perfect Storm'.
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Songwriting"Cold Shoulder" is one of the songs from the 19 album that Adele did not co-write. It was written by Adele Adkins and Sacha Skarbek.
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Critical ReceptionThe song generally received positive reviews from music critics. It was praised for its catchy chorus and Adele's soulful vocals.
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Live Performances"Cold Shoulder" was part of Adele's setlist in her An Evening with Adele tour in 2008-2009.
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Style & ThemeLyrically, the song explores themes of love and betrayal, with Adele expressing her disappointment for an unfaithful lover. Musically, it is notable for its use of rhythmic brass sections and Adele's powerful vocal delivery.
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Album SuccessWhile "Cold Shoulder" wasn't the highest-charting single from 19, it helped push the album to multi-platinum status. The album "19" has sold over 7 million copies worldwide.
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