Two Lives
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I got a split personality Do I love me more than I love you And if you're gone will I see clarity? Or will i just feel like we got down fooled This could go any way This could end any day Should I listen to my heart or my friends eh? Or this could be happy days Our love won't evaporate This could be just a phase we're going through Two lives, living two lives I don't know which side of me is where the truth lies I'm living two lives, living two lives I got two sides of me tryna do right I got one on each shoulder, both saying 'I told ya' One is saying 'go' and the other's saying 'no, no, no.' living two lives don't know which side of me is where the truth lies where the truth lies. Yo, I had a split personality I thought I loved me more than I loved you Don't make me beg like a charity Cos now I see me without you, won't do This could go any way This could end any day Should I listen to my heart or my friends eh? Or this could be happy days Our love won't evaporate This could be just a phase we're going through Two lives, living two lives I don't know which side of me is where the truth lies I'm living two lives, living two lives I got two sides of me tryna do right I got one on each shoulder, both saying 'I told ya' One is saying 'go' and the other's saying 'no, no, no.' living two lives don't know which side of me is where the truth lies where the truth lies, lies. Two lives, living two lives I don't know which side of me is where the truth lies I'm living two lives, living two lives don't know which side of me is where the truth lies where the truth lies (Where's it gone?) Where the truth lies (Where'd you go?) (Where'd you go, where'd you go?) Two lives, living two lives don't know which side of me is where the truth lies, where the truth lies
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Written by: ELLIOT GLEAVE, PONTUS HJELM, ESHRAQUE MUGHAL
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20 facts about this song
Artist Information"Two Lives" is a song by Elliot John Gleave, better known by his stage name Example. Example is an English musician, singer, songwriter, rapper, and record producer. His name came from the initials of his first and last name, E.G., which is an abbreviation of the Latin phrase "exempli gratia" meaning "for example".
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Album Details"Two Lives" is part of Example's second album, "Won't Go Quietly", which was released in 2010. The album became a big hit in the United Kingdom.
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Song Release"Two Lives" was released as a digital download on 14 November 2010. The song served as the fifth and final single from his album "Won't Go Quietly".
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Music VideoThe music video for "Two Lives" premiered on YouTube on 8 October 2010. It was shot in various locations in Poland, including Warsaw and Krakow.
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Chart PerformanceDespite not being as commercially successful as some of his other tracks, "Two Lives" charted at number 84 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Song Genre"Two Lives" is classified under the genre of electronic music, showing Example's typical style that combines elements of dance, hip-hop, and indie genres.
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Song Length"Two Lives" has a running time of three minutes and 24 seconds, which is considered average for a pop song.
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RemixesLike many of Example's songs, "Two Lives" has been subjected to several remixes. Notable remixes of this song include the ones made by Loadstar and Takura.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Two Lives" touch on the struggles associated with leading a double life and dealing with regret.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised "Two Lives" for its emotive lyrics and Example's unique blend of musical styles.
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Song Creation"Two Lives" is a song by British musician Example, also known as Elliot John Gleave. It was part of his third studio album titled "Playing in the Shadows," which was released in 2011.
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Position on the ChartsThe song did not get to feature in major music charts due to being released as a free digital download track, unlike Example's other songs. However, the album it belongs to, "Playing in Shadows," ranked number 1 on the UK Albums Chart.
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Song Genre"Two Lives" falls under the musical genres of Electropop and dance music, reflecting Example's shift from a more hip-hop oriented sound to a dance and electro-pop style.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song are deeply introspective, reflecting on the path one takes in life and the consequences of their actions. Example wrote the song during a time when he was questioning his lifestyle choices and the effect it was having on his mental health and relationships.
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Song ReceptionDespite not being a commercially successful single, "Two Lives" received positive reviews from fans who appreciated its introspective lyrics and catchy electropop melodies.
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RemixesThe song was remixed several times by various artists in different musical genres, further showcasing the song's versatility and broad appeal.
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Song Production"Two Lives" was produced by Alf Bamford, who also worked with Example on several other tracks on his "Playing in the Shadows" album.
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Music VideoDespite not officially being released as a single, a music video for "Two Lives" was uploaded to Example's YouTube channel. It's a simple, raw video that complements the song's honest and introspective lyrics.
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Live Performances"Two Lives" was part of Example's setlist during his 2011 and 2012 tours, and it was well-received by concertgoers.
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Impact of the SongThe emotional depth of "Two Lives" represented a pivot point in Example's career. It illustrated his ability to go beyond the party anthems he was known for and create music that was introspective and emotionally charged.
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