Bittersweet

Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Freemasons

About Bittersweet

"Bittersweet" is a song by British singer-songwriter Sophie Ellis-Bextor, written by Sophie Ellis-Bextor, James Wiltshire, Russell Small, Richard Stannard and Hannah Robinson for Ellis-Bextor's fourth studio album Make a Scene. The song was released as the album's third single on 3 May 2010, following two singles on which Ellis-Bextor collaborated, that also appear on Make a Scene.


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2011
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How can I deny this feeling?
Can't use the fuse that lights the spark
Don't think I'll hold out too much longer

The lines are blurred in the dividing
I deserve light, I desire dark
Your influence is getting stronger

Defined by mind, my body is too curious
So won't you show me all there is to know?

I know I shouldn't call
But something makes me crave the heat
Your love is bittersweet (so here I am)
The fire in your touch
I always find so hard to beat
Your love is bittersweet (so here I am)

No substitute for real pleasure
You feed the need that lies in me
I've lost all sense to this devotion

One touch and there's a rush of electricity
So won't you show me all there is to know?

I know I shouldn't call
But something makes me crave the heat
Your love is bittersweet (so here I am)
The fire in your touch
I always find so hard to beat
Your love is bittersweet (so here I am)

One touch and there's a rush of electricity
So won't you show me all there is to know?
Anytime you call my name

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Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Sophie Michelle Ellis-Bextor (born 10 April 1979) is an English singer, songwriter, model and occasional DJ. She first came to prominence in the late 1990s, as the lead singer of the indie rock band Theaudience. After the group disbanded, Ellis-Bextor went solo, achieving widespread success in the early 2000s. Her music is a mixture of mainstream pop, disco, nu-disco, and 1980s electronic influences. more »

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Written by: JAMES WILTSHIRE, RUSSELL SMALL, RICHARD STANNARD, HANNAH ROBINSON, SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave

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12 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Bittersweet" is a song by British singer-songwriter Sophie Ellis-Bextor.
Album Info
The song is from her fourth studio album, "Make a Scene".
Release Date
It was released on 3 May 2010.
Song Genre
It is an electronic music piece and is generally acknowledged as being in the synthpop genre.
Chart Performance
"Bittersweet" peaked at number 25 on the UK Singles Chart, marking Ellis-Bextor's second top-40 hit from the album, following "Heartbreak (Make Me a Dancer)".
Song Writers
The song was written by Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Freddie Fred Falke, and Hannah Robinson.
Song Production
The song was produced by the Grammy-nominated French musician, DJ, and producer Fred Falke.
Music Video
A music video for "Bittersweet" was filmed by British director Sophie Muller, known for her work with artists like Radiohead, Shakira and Beyoncé.
Remix Versions
There are several remix versions of "Bittersweet", including edits by Freemasons and Funkagenda.
Critical Reception
The song received mixed to positive reviews from music critics, praising her vocal performance and the electronic production, while others criticized it for lacking originality.
Behind the Song
In some interviews, Sophie expressed that "Bittersweet" had a romantic and seductive nature and was about the excitement of passion that you know will ultimately lead to pain.
Song Promotion
The song was promoted through various live performances, including an appearance on BBC's The One Show.

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