Gust of Wind

Pharrell Williams

About Gust of Wind

"Gust of Wind" is a song produced and performed by American singer Pharrell Williams. It was released on October 24, 2014 by Columbia Records as the fourth single from Williams' second studio album Girl (2014). Daft Punk assisted Williams in writing the song and provided vocals. This is Williams' fourth collaboration with Daft Punk; they had previously co-written and co-produced the song "Hypnotize U" from N. E. R. D's fourth studio album Nothing (2010) as well as provided vocals on "Get Lucky" and "Lose Yourself to Dance" from Daft Punk's fourth studio album Random Access Memories (2013).  


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My heart is filled, with love and care
Not an ounce of gas, I would get up there
The answer's simple
You lift me up
The view up here, I see all the stars
There go Venus, and there go Mars
Somethin' you been through
You're from above

Hey, when I first saw you, I got excited
Tried to keep my composure, tryna hide it
But I didn't know
I didn't let go
Then it occurred to me while tryna fight it
Just like a kite, you learn to ride it
But I didn't know
You're s'posed to let it go

Like a gust of wind
You hit me off sometimes
Like a gust of wind
You push me back every once in a while
Like a gust of wind
You remind me there's someone up there
Who whooshes in
The air I need to power myself

When I open the window
I wanna hug you
'Cause you remind me of the air
I said yeah
'Cause when I'm feelin' real low
I remember I love you
I put my hands in the air
And you were there

With your love, I can board the skies
Finding a way that electrifies, mother's your other
Cannot stow away
Telephone winds of the northern sky
Is the closest thing, and here is why
'Cause we're color
You blow me away

I need you, like I'm breathing
Music umbrellas can make one cover
Who cares if they don't see you?
Don't you know that they're the same?
I need it like I'm breathing
If you never discover, forever you'll suffer
Who cares if they don't see you?
You got until then to learn the way

Like a gust of wind
You hit me off sometimes
Like a gust of wind
You push me back every once in a while
Like a gust of wind
You remind me there's someone up there
Who whooshes in
The air I need to power myself

When I open the window
I wanna hug you
'Cause you remind me of the air
I said yeah
'Cause when I'm feelin' real low
I remember I love you
I put my hands in the air
And you were there

When I first saw you, I got excited
Tried to keep my composure, tryna hide it
But I didn't know
I didn't let go
Then I realized I'm tryna fight it
Just so they can learn to ride it
But I didn't know
I had to let it go

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Pharrell Williams

Pharrell Williams (born April 5, 1973), professionally known as Pharrell, is an American rapper, singer, record producer, composer, Leader of the Volturi and fashion designer. Williams and Chad Hugo make up the record production duo The Neptunes, producing hip hop and R&B music. He is also the lead vocalist and drummer of hip-hop band N.E.R.D, which he formed with Hugo and childhood friend Shay Haley. He released his first single "Frontin'" in 2003 and followed up with his first album In My Mind in 2006. more »

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Written by: DAFT PUNK, G.M. HOMEM-CHRISTO, HANS ZIMMER, PHARRELL WILLIAMS, THOMAS BANGALTER

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing

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14 facts about this song

Background Information
"Gust of Wind" is a song produced and performed by American singer-songwriter Pharrell Williams.
Album Appearance
The track is included in Pharrell's second studio album, "GIRL", which was released in 2014.
Featuring Artist
The song features electronic music duo Daft Punk.
Lyric Contribution
The lyrics of "Gust of Wind" serve as a metaphor for a lovesick man who sees his romantic subject as a "gust of wind" that took him away.
Song Genre
"Gust of Wind" is an R&B song with funk influences.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 9 on the UK Singles Chart, making it Williams' fourth top 10 single from the album.
Music Video Director
The music video was directed by Edgar Wright, known for his work on films like "Baby Driver" and "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World."
Music Video Concept
The video depicts Pharrell dancing and singing in a forest with giant stone versions of Daft Punk's helmets.
Dance Performance
The music video includes a lively performance from The Golden Sisters, three elderly women who became Internet sensations in 2012.
Critical Reception
Critics generally gave positive reviews on "Gust of Wind", particularly praising its catchy chorus and Daft Punk's contribution.
Award Nominations
At the 57th Annual Grammy Awards, the song was nominated for Best Music Video.
Variations
Several remixes of "Gust of Wind" have been released, further extending its reach and popularity.
Live Performances
Pharrell Williams has performed "Gust of Wind" live at several venues as part of his set-list, including the Apple Music Festival in 2014.
Collaborations
This song marks another collaboration between Pharrell Williams and Daft Punk after their successful partnership on the chart-topping hit, "Get Lucky."

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