XO

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About XO

"XO" is a song by American singer Beyoncé from her self-titled fifth studio album in 2013. Columbia Records released the song as the lead contemporary hit radio single from the album in the US and Italy on December 16, 2013. Ryan Tedder co-wrote and co-produced "XO" with Terius "The-Dream" Nash and Beyoncé, with additional production handled by Chauncey "Hit-Boy" Hollis and HazeBanga Music. A pure midtempo power pop and R&B love song with electronic influences, "XO" is complete with electronic musical instrumentation, synthesizers and drums. Musically, it was compared to Beyoncé's own song "Halo" and was noted for having several music hooks including its call and response chorus. The usage of an audio sample from Space Shuttle Challenger disaster at the beginning of the song was criticized by the families of the lost crew, NASA, and some media. Beyoncé released a statement saying that the song was intended to help people who have lost loved people in their lives and that the sample was included as a tribute to the Challenger crew. "XO" managed to appear on many music charts across Europe and Oceania and it peaked at number 45 on the US Billboard Hot 100. 


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2013
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You love is bright as ever
Even in the shadows
Baby kiss me
Before the turn the lights out
Your heart is glowing
And I’m crashing into you
Baby kiss me
Before they turn the lights out
Before they turn the lights out
Baby love me lights out

In the darkest night I’ll
I’ll search through the crowd
Your face is all that I see
I’ll give you everything
Baby love me lights out
Baby love me lights out
You can turn my light down

We don’t have forever
Baby daylight’s wasting
You better kiss me
Before our time is run out
Nobody sees what we see
They’re just hopelessly gazing
Baby take me
Before they turn the lights out
Before time is run out
Baby love me lights out

In the darkest night I’ll
I’ll search through the crowd
Your face is all that I see
I’ll give you everything
Baby love me lights out
Baby love me lights out
You can turn my lights out

I love it like XO
You love me like XO
You kill me boy XO
You love me like XO
All that I see
Give me everything
Baby love me lights out
Baby love me lights out
You can turn my lights out

In the darkest night I’ll
I’ll search through the crowd
Your face is all that I see
I’ll give you everything
Baby love me lights out
Baby love me lights out
You can turn my lights out

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Beyoncé

Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter (born September 4, 1981) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer and actress. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child. Managed by her father, Mathew Knowles, the group became one of the world's best-selling girl groups of all time. Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy". more »

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Written by: Beyonce Gisselle Knowles, Ryan B. Tedder, Terius Youngdell Nash

Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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16 facts about this song

Album Information
"XO" is a song from Beyoncé's self-titled fifth studio album, released in 2013.
Song Genres
This song belongs to the music genres of electropop, pop, and R&B.
Lyric Narrative
The lyrics represent an uplifting message of living in the moment and letting go of fear.
Songwriting Credits
Beyoncé co-wrote the song with Terius "The-Dream" Nash and Ryan Tedder.
Production Credits
The song was produced by Beyoncé herself, Ryan Tedder, and Hit-Boy.
Music Video Director
The music video for the song "XO" was directed by Terry Richardson.
Filming Location
The music video was shot at Coney Island, a neighborhood located in Brooklyn, New York.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 45 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and was a top 20 hit in the UK, Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand.
Sample Use
The song opens with a sample from the 1986 Challenger tragedy where NASA’s public affairs officer says, “Flight controllers here looking very carefully at the situation. Obviously, a major malfunction.”
Controversy
The use of the Challenger sample caused some controversy, with NASA issuing a statement saying they were disappointed in the use of the clip. Beyoncé later apologized, stating that the sample was used with the intention of respecting the victims.
Certification
"XO" received a Platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Live Performances
Beyoncé has performed "XO" live at various locations including the 2014 BRIT Awards, The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour, and the On the Run Tour.
Critical Reception
The song received positive reviews from music critics, who praised its uplifting message and Beyoncé's vocal performance.
Tour Connection
The success of "XO" led to the creation of a remix, which was used as the opening song for the European leg of The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour.
Stylistic Elements
"XO" has a wall of sound that is built with synths, keyboards, and drums. It is characterized by its anthemic chorus and feel-good atmosphere.
Inspirational Message
Beyoncé explained in interviews that "XO" is about the joy and happiness created by human bonds, emphasizing the value of making the most out of every moment with loved ones.

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