All I Ask
Adele
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I will leave my heart at the door I won't say a word They've all been said before you know So why don't we just play pretend Like we're not scared of what's coming next Or scared of having nothing left Look, don't get me wrong I know there is no tomorrow All I ask is If this is my last night with you Hold me like I'm more than just a friend Give me a memory I can use Take me by the hand while we do what lovers do It matters how this ends 'Cause what if I never love again? I don't need your honesty It's already in your eyes And I'm sure my eyes, they speak for me No one knows me like you do And since you're the only one that matters Tell me who do I run to? Look, don't get me wrong I know there is no tomorrow All I ask is If this is my last night with you Hold me like I'm more than just a friend Give me a memory I can use Take me by the hand while we do what lovers do It matters how this ends 'Cause what if I never love again? Let this be our lesson in love Let this be the way we remember us I don't wanna be cruel or vicious And I ain't asking for forgiveness All I ask is If this is my last night with you Hold me like I'm more than just a friend Give me a memory I can use Take me by the hand while we do what lovers do It matters how this ends 'Cause what if I never love again?
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Written by: Adele Laurie Blue Adkins, Philip Martin II Lawrence, Christopher Steven Brown, Peter Gene Hernandez
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Release Details"All I Ask" is a song from Adele's third studio album titled "25" released in 2015.
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Songwriting CreditsThis song was written and produced by Adele alongside well-known music personalities such as Bruno Mars, Philip Lawrence, and Christopher Brody Brown.
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Recording DetailsBruno Mars and his band, The Hooligans, helped Adele with the arrangement and production, and it was recorded at Glenwood Place Studios in Burbank, California.
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Musical ElementsThe song incorporates a variety of musical styles including pop, soul, and R&B genres. It has a ballad-like melody and is noted for its piano-driven instrumentation.
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Chart PerformanceDespite not being released as a single, "All I Ask" managed to chart in various countries including the UK, Australia, and the US due to strong digital downloads and streaming numbers.
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Critical AcclaimThe song was praised by music critics for its emotive lyrics, Adele's vocal prowess, and for the minimalistic, but powerful composition.
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Live PerformancesAdele performed "All I Ask" at the 2016 Grammy Awards, which was considered one of the highlights of the ceremony.
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InspirationsWhen writing the song, Bruno Mars was inspired by the types of songs that "Divas" such as Whitney Houston would sing, aiming to make something simple yet powerful.
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Awards and Honors"All I Ask" was nominated for Best Song Musically & Lyrically at the Ivor Novello Awards in 2017.
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Bruno Mars’ PerspectiveBruno Mars mentioned in interviews that creating the song was one of the toughest songwriting experiences in his career, but also one of the most rewarding. He praised Adele for her dedication to creating the perfect sound and melody.
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Adele’s PerspectiveAdele credited the song as "the most serious relationship breakup song" on her album. She was moved to tears while writing it and considers it to be her favorite track on the album "25".
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