Once
Diana Vickers
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Here we are, a careful distance Here's my heart, what's left of it In this town, I used to listen Once, Once, Yeah I had hope, blind faith had as much as you can take I'm only gonna let you kill me once I'm only gonna let you kill me then some I'm only gonna let you kill me Once, Once, Once, yeah Once, Once, Once, yeah Once, Once, Once, yeah Once, Once Ashes burn the morning after Only know I'm here to stay I was so, I let you see me That was dumb, but that's OK Tripping down to your place What is love anyway I'm only gonna let you kill me once I'm only gonna let you kill me then some I'm only gonna let you kill me Once, Once, Once, yeah Once, Once, Once, yeah Once, Once, Once, yeah I'm only gonna let you kill me Who or whatever you do Don't let anyone love you Touch them where it hurts And then you'll leave I'm only gonna let you kill me once I'm only gonna let you kill me then some I'm only gonna let you kill me Once, Once, Once, yeah Once, Once, Once, yeah Once, Once, Once, yeah I'm only gonna let you kill me
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Written by: FRANCIS EG WHITE, CATHY DENNIS
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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15 facts about this song
Release Details"Once" was released as a single in April 2010, serving as Diana Vickers' debut single. It was released under the record label RCA.
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Album RepresentationThe song is a part of her first studio album titled "Songs from the Tainted Cherry Tree," which was released in May 2010.
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Chart Performance"Once" scored highly in the UK Singles Chart, debuting at number one.
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SongwritersThe notable songwriters involved in the creation of "Once" include Cathrine Aimee Dunn and Eg White, who are popular for their work with well-known artists like Adele and Pink.
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CertificationThe British Phonographic Industry awarded the song a Gold Certification, implying over 400,000 sales.
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Music VideoThe music video of the song was first released on Youtube, on the 29th of March, 2010.
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Critical ReceptionMusic critics acclaimed the song, labeling Vickers' voice as unique and refreshing.
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Song ThemeThe song lyrics carry emotional weight, transitioning from the initial stages of a romance to the painful eventuality of heartbreak.
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Music Genre"Once" is generally classified under the pop genre, with elements of synth-pop.
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Previous FameBefore her music career kicked off, Diana Vickers became a household name in the UK through a TV show called X Factor, where she was a contestant in 2008.
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Live PerformanceVickers performed "Once" live on the fifth series of The Paul O'Grady Show, shortly after the song was released.
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Dance RemixThe song has also been remixed by Manhattan Clique for play in nightclubs and dance radios.
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Other ChartsApart from the UK chart, "Once" also charted within the top 20 in Ireland.
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Follow-up SinglesAfter "Once," Diana Vickers released other singles like "The Boy Who Murdered Love" and "My Wicked Heart," but "Once" remains her most popular release.
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Song InfluenceDespite being released over a decade ago, the song continues to be loved by her fans and is often mentioned as one of the best songs of the year 2010 from a new artist.
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