Torches
Daughtry
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All the hate and lies around us Like an ember in the brush And can you picture a world without it? And turn it all to ash and dust We keep waiting on a day that never comes and never comes Too late is not a thing and we just gotta be stronger Oh, gotta be stronger Love is like a torch that's burning bright Carry it on, carry it on and you'll see Fire will shine a light on the darkest side Carry it on, carry it on 'Cause we can never right all the wrongs So leave the past well enough alone And say Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh oh Take a look at what we started Oh, spreading kindness all around Don't you know it's so contagious, yeah Take a hit and pass it down We keep waiting on a day that never comes and never comes Too late is not a thing and we just gotta be strong Love is like a torch that's burning bright Carry it on, carry it on and you'll see Fire will shine a light on the darkest side Carry it on, carry it on 'Cause we can never right all the wrongs So leave the past well enough alone Just say Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh oh Just say (oh oh, oh oh, oh oh) It's gonna be alright Yeah It's gonna be alright Yeah Love is like a torch that's burning bright Carry it on, carry it on and you'll see Fire will shine a light on the darkest side Carry it on, carry it on and say It's gonna be alright (oh oh) Yeah (oh oh) It's gonna be alright (oh oh) Yeah (oh oh) I said it's gonna be alright (oh oh) Yeah (oh oh) It's gonna be alright (oh oh) Yeah Oh oh, oh oh, oh oh, oh
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Written by: Richard Dave Bassett, Chris Daughtry
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
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11 facts about this song
Song Origins"Torches" is a song by American rock band, Daughtry, led by Chris Daughtry who finished fourth on the fifth season of American Idol.
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Album ClassificationIt was released as a single from their "Greatest Hits" album, titled "It’s Not Over...The Hits So Far" in 2016.
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GenreThe song falls under the pop rock and alternative rock genre, reflecting Daughtry's well-known musical style.
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Chart Performance"Torches" peaked at number 15 on the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart in the United States.
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MessageThe song promotes positivity and unity, encouraging listeners to "carry their torches" and ignite change in the world.
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Video InterpretationThe song’s music video reinforces the song's message and shows the band performing at a neighborhood block party, encouraging the community to come together.
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Co-Writers"Torces" is co-written by Chris Daughtry himself along with the team of Emily Weisband and Josh Kear.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received favorable reviews from music critics, appreciating its energetic melody and empowering lyrics.
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Live PerformancesDaughtry has performed "Torches" at several live concerts and events, enhancing their shows with this audience-loved song.
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Fan Engagement"Torches" has received vast approval from Daughtry's fan base as it resonates with the band's usual emotionally-charged, thoughtful lyrics and pulsating sound.
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ProducerThe song was produced by Zach Skelton and Pete Ganbarg, who have both worked with Daughtry in their past projects.
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