Close Enemies
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There's light at the end of the tunnel There's fight at the heart of a struggle You're smile should've told me you're trouble No more, no more, no more You owned me You buried all my worth with a shovel You're smile should've told me you're trouble No more, no more, no more No more goodbyes So so long So so long So so long Now No more white lies You used to be the one true thing in my world You told me that you loved me You're in love with yourself Shoulda listen to my mother You messed around the others Now you're dead to me I've been sleeping with the enemy Should keep your best friends close by Should keep your best friends close by You should keep your best friends close by But keep your enemies closer But keep your enemies closer So many evil talents you juggled It's fair to say you didn't act subtle Your smile should've told me you're trouble No more, no more, no more Came crashing down I'm staring at rubble They need to send you into space in a shuttle Your smile should've told me you're trouble No more, no more, no more No more goodbyes So so long So so long So so long Now No more white lies You used to be the one true thing in my world You told me that you loved me You're in love with yourself Shoulda listen to my mother You messed around the others Now you're dead to me I've been sleeping with the enemy Should keep your best friends close by Should keep your best friends close by You should keep your best friends close by But keep your enemies closer But keep your enemies closer Strange and deranged Seek fame was the name of the game Defeat rivals Abel and Kane Get trophies they'll look great in a frame What would you have done, take all the blame? With your hands held firm over naked flames Being grilled now you're shaking again Faking the pain, dark visions of Satan Contemplating, talking man to man She was a girl on film Duran Duran She called me her ape man orang-utan Me Tarzan, she Jane Take all the blame I'm the bloke in the chorus We were sweet once everybody saw us I ain't flawless still unsure I loved us but I loved me more You used to be the one true thing in my world You told me that you loved me You're in love with yourself Shoulda listen to my mother You messed around the others Now you're dead to me I've been sleeping with the enemy Should keep your best friends close by Should keep your best friends close by You should keep your best friends close by But keep your enemies closer But keep your enemies closer
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Written by: ALEX JAMES SMITH, ELLIOT JOHN GLEAVE
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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14 facts about this song
Song Identification"Close Enemies" is a song by English singer and songwriter Example from his fourth studio album, "The Evolution of Man".
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Release DateThe song was released as the album's second single on November 11, 2012.
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Chart Performance"Close Enemies" reached top 40 in the Official UK Singles Chart, peaking at number 37.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song, released on October 8, 2012, was directed by Rankin and features Example battling zombies in a post-apocalyptic setting.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song explore themes of love and its complications, portraying the notion of loved ones being close enemies.
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Song's StyleMusically, "Close Enemies" represents a change of direction for Example, leaning more towards rock and less on his signature rap style.
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B-sideThe physical single release of "Close Enemies" includes the b-side track, "Perfect Replacement".
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RemixesMany remixes of this song have been created, including those by DJ Wire, Jaguar Skills and Roll Deep.
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Critical ReceptionDespite its relatively low chart performance, "Close Enemies" received positive reviews from music critics, with many pointing out its catchy beats and heartfelt lyrics.
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Song’s Success Duration"Close Enemies" maintained its presence on the UK Singles Chart for 4 weeks.
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Live PerformanceExample has performed "Close Enemies" at numerous live events, including at his 2013 UK tour.
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Gabrielle Aplin CoverBritish singer-songwriter Gabrielle Aplin performed a cover of "Close Enemies" for BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge in 2013.
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ProductionThe song was produced by Alex Smith, who has also worked with artists like Olly Murs and Leona Lewis.
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Use in Media"Close Enemies" has been used in various forms of media, most notably in promotional material for the British series, "Misfits."
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