Dynamite

Taio Cruz

About Dynamite

"Dynamite" is a song by British recording artist Taio Cruz for the international version of his second studio album, Rokstarr (2010). Cruz co-wrote the song, along with Max Martin, Bonnie McKee, Benny Blanco, and Dr. Luke; the latter two are also the producers. The song features additional instrumentation by Cruz himself. It was released internationally as the fourth single from Rokstarr. In the UK, the song was released as the first single from Cruz's compilation album, The Rokstarr Collection (2010). On 30 May 2010, it was released to US and Canadian radio stations as his second single and across Europe as his fourth single. An official remix was released featuring new label mate, Jennifer Lopez. "Dynamite" became Cruz's second number-one single on the UK Singles Chart and the Canadian Hot 100 as well topping charts in Belgium, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand. The song reached number two on the US Billboard Hot 100, and by January 2012 it had sold over 5.7 million copies in the U. S. and Canada, becoming the second best-selling song by a British artist in the digital era there, behind Adele's "Rolling in the Deep". 


Year:
2011
3:21
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I came to dance-dance-dance-dance (Yeah)
I hit the floor 'cause that's my plans plans plans plans (Yeah)
I'm wearing all my favorite brands brands brands brands (Yeah)
Give me some space for both my hands hands hands hands
Yeah yeah 'cause it goes on and on and on
And it goes on and on and on yeah

I throw my hands up in the air sometimes,
Saying ayeoh, gotta let go
I wanna celebrate and live my life,
Saying ay-oh, baby let's go
'Cause we gon' rock this club,
We gon' go all night,
We gon' light it up,
Like it's dynamite
'Cause I told you once,
Now I told you twice,
We gon' light it up,
Like it's dynamite

I came to move move move move,
Get out the way of me and my crew crew crew crew, (Yea)
I'm in the club so I'm gonna do do do do, (Yea)
Just what the f*ck came here to do do do do,
Yeah yeah 'cause it goes on and on and on
And it goes on and on and on yeah

I throw my hands up in the air sometimes,
Saying ay-oh, gotta let go
I wanna celebrate and live my life,
Saying ay-oh, baby let's go
'Cause we gon rock this club,
We gon' go all night,
We gon' light it up,
Like it's dynamite
'Cause I told you once,
Now I told you twice,
We gon' light it up,
Like it's dynamite

I'm gonna take it all I,
I'm gonna be the last one standing,
Higher overall I,
I'm gonna be the last one landing 'cause I, I, I
Believe it, and I, I, I
I just want it all, I just want it all, 
I'm gonna put my hands in the air, hands in the air
Put your hands in the air

I throw my hands up in the air sometimes,
Saying ay-oh, gotta let go
I wanna celebrate and live my life,
Saying ay-oh, baby let's go
'Cause we gon rock this club,
We gon' go all night,
We gon' light it up,
Like it's dynamite
'Cause I told you once,
Now I told you twice,
We gon' light it up,
Like it's dynamite

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Taio Cruz

Jacob Taio Cruz (born 23 April 1985), known professionally as Taio Cruz, (Portuguese: [ˈtaj.ju ˈkɾujʃ]) is a British singer-songwriter, record producer, occasional rapper, entrepreneur, and alter-ego of Wayne Brady. In 2008, he released his debut album Departure, which he wrote, arranged and produced himself. It achieved initial success in the United Kingdom and earned him a MOBO Award nomination. more »

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Written by: Jacob Milan Taio Cruz, Martin Karl Sandberg, Bonnie Leigh McKee, Benjamin Joseph Levin, Lukasz Gottwald

Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Chart History
The song "Dynamite" by Taio Cruz reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States in 2010.
Song's Success
On November 23, 2014, the song reached the 6million sales mark in the United States, making it one of the best selling singles of all time.
Creation Process
"Dynamite" was co-written by Taio Cruz, along with Max Martin, Bonnie McKee, Benny Blanco, and Dr. Luke, a group renowned for writing countless hits.
Inspiration
Taio Cruz has stated in interviews that "Dynamite" was inspired by the feeling of euphoria he experiences while performing on stage.
Genre Definition
"Dynamite" is a dance-pop song with influences of R&B and it is characterized by its catchy hook and upbeat tempo.
Use & Popularity
The song was used in numerous television programs, movies, and even video games, contributing to its worldwide popularity.
Award Recognition
"Dynamite" was nominated for "Best British Single" at the 2011 BRIT Awards, making it one of Cruz's most recognized songs.
Global Reach
The song was a worldwide hit and peaked within the top ten of the charts in several countries around the globe, including Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.
Music Video
The music video for "Dynamite" features Cruz performing the song in a variety of settings, including a neon-lit nightclub, a rooftop overlooking a city, and a large concert arena filled with fans.
Remixes
Multiple remixes of "Dynamite" exist, including versions by DJ's such as Nicky Romero and Stonebridge, showcasing the song's versatility and enduring appeal.

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