Adore You

Miley Cyrus

About Adore You

"Adore You" is a song recorded by American singer Miley Cyrus. It is the opening track of her fourth studio album Bangerz (2013) and was released as its third and final single on December 17, 2013 by RCA Records. The song was written and produced by Oren Yoel, with additional songwriting provided by Stacy Barthe. "Adore You" is a pop and R&B ballad in which Cyrus discusses her affection towards her boyfriend. Upon its release, "Adore You" received generally favorable reviews from music critics, who complimented its overall production and Cyrus' vocal delivery; it was further recognized as being among the more conservative offerings from the record. Prior to being officially released as a single, the track debuted at number 42 on the Billboard Hot 100; it peaked at number 21. The track performed moderately on national record charts throughout Europe and Oceania, with a gold certification in Australia. By comparison with Cyrus' previous singles "We Can't Stop" and "Wrecking Ball", the original version of "Adore You" underperformed on several national record charts. The song has sold one million copies to date in the US. The music video for "Adore You" was officially premiered through Vevo on December 26, 2013. It depicts Cyrus suggestively posing in a bed and a bathtub, and is interspersed with night vision footage that resembles a celebrity sex tape. 


Year:
2014
4:37
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Ah, hey, ah oh

Baby, baby yeah, are you listenin'?
Wondering, where you've been, all my life
I just started living
Oh, baby are you listenin' oh?

When you say you love me
Know I love you more
When you say you need me
Know I need you more
Boy I adore you,
I adore you

Baby, can ya hear me?
When I'm crying out, for you,
I'm scared oh, so scared,
When you're near me
I feel like I'm standing with an army
Of men armed with weapons, hey oh

When you say you love me
Know I love you more
When you say you need me
Know I need you more
Boy I adore you,
I adore you

I love lying next to you
I could do this for eternity,
You and me, were meant to be in holy matrimony
God knew exactly what he was doing
When he lead me to you

When you say you love me
Know I love you more
When you say you need me
Know I need you more
Boy I adore you,
I adore you

When you say you love me
Know I love you more
When you say you need me
Know I need you more
Boy I adore you,
I adore you

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Miley Cyrus

Miley Ray Cyrus (born Destiny Hope Cyrus; November 23, 1992) is an American actress and singer-songwriter. She achieved wide fame for her role as Miley Stewart/Hannah Montana on the Disney Channel sitcom Hannah Montana. more »

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Written by: Oren Yoel Kleinman, Stacy Barthe

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Adore You" is a pop song which is infused with elements of R&B. The song’s musical style is notable for its minimal production, including a pulsing synthesizer, muted beats, and Cyrus' emotive vocals.
Song Background
The song, released in 2013, is from Miley Cyrus's fourth studio album, "Bangerz." It serves as the opening track of the album and was also the third single released.
Chart Success
"Adore You" has turned out to be a commercial success. It reached the Top 25 in the United States, Canada, Australia, and the UK within weeks of its release, proving Miley’s international appeal.
Music Video
The music video for "Adore You" was directed by Rankin and premiered on VEVO on December 26, 2013. The video features Cyrus rolling around in a bed with a camcorder, which was a subject of criticism and controversy.
Lyrics Meaning
The song's lyrics reference a lover whom she adores and would do anything for, showing a softer and more romantic side to Cyrus as compared to some of her more scandalous song releases.
Remix Version
In March 2014, a remix of "Adore You" produced by Cedric Gervais was released. The remix was a club version and it changed the original's slow tempo into an up-tempo song.
Live Performances
Miley Cyrus performed "Adore You" live as part of her concert tours such as the Bangerz Tour (2014) and the Milky Milky Milk Tour (2015). It demonstrated her strong vocal abilities and the concert’s elaborate staging and special effects.
Critics Review
"Adore You" received generally positive reviews from music critics. The chilled tempo and Cyrus's vocals were commended, however, some noted it as a weaker opening to the Bangerz album.
Song Writing Credits
The song was penned by Stacy Barthe, Oren Yoel and Miley Cyrus herself. The poignant lyrics of the song are known to offer deep personal insight into Cyrus’s real-life experiences and emotions.
Commercial Sales
"Adore You" was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in the United States for selling over 1 million units.

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