How Not To
Dan + Shay
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I can honestly understand why it's over I can go through the motions of walking away I can give you the key and take my things back I can find plenty things to fill my days But I don't know how not to think about you When it's late at night and crying And I know that I ought to be the one who is strong and just moves on But I probably turn down your road, knock-knock on your door Fall back in your arms, wake up in the morning Hating myself for the way that I can't help the way I still want you I just don't know how not to, how not to, how not to I just don't know how not to, how not to, how not to You're like second nature, baby, you're just like breathin' A melody that you hear and you can't forget The time goes by and I still need you Yeah, you were at the heartbreak of no regret But I don't know how not to think about you When it's late at night and crying And I know that I ought to be the one who is strong and just moves on But I probably turn down your road, knock-knock on your door Fall back in your arms, wake up in the morning Hating myself for the way that I can't help the way I still want you I just don't know how not to, how not to, how not to I just don't know how not to, how not to, how not to I don't know how not to think about you When it's late at night and crying But I know that I ought to be the one who's strong and just moves on But I probably turn down your road, knock-knock on your door Fall back in your arms, wake up in the morning Hating myself for the way that I can't help the way I still want you I just don't know how not to, how not to, how not to I just don't know how not to, how not to, how not to
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Written by: Kevin Bard, Paul Digiovanni, Adam Hambrick
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Band and Production"How Not To" is a song by American country music duo Dan + Shay, composed of members Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney.
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Song ReleaseThe song was released in September of 2016 as the second single from their second studio album, "Obsessed."
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Writing Credits"How Not To" was penned down by Adam Hambrick, Paul DiGiovanni, and Kevin Bard, three songwriters who have contributed to other country music hits.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number one on the Billboard Country Airplay chart, making it the duo's third song to reach this position.
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Inspirational MessageThe lyrics of "How Not To" tell the story of trying to navigate the difficult process of moving on from a past relationship.
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Music VideoThe accompanying music video for "How Not To", directed by P. Tracy, showcases a powerful story of two individuals struggling with alcohol addiction and reaching sobriety together.
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Critical Recognition"How Not To" got widespread positive reviews from music critics and was praised for its catchy melody, lyrical depth, and the duo's powerful vocal performances.
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Live PerformancesNotably, Dan + Shay have performed "How Not To" at some pretty high-profile events, including various country music festivals and the night show circuit.
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Marriage ProposalIn one memorable moment, a man proposed to his girlfriend as Dan + Shay performed "How Not To" at a concert in 2016.
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Song's LongevityEven years after its release, "How Not To" remains a popular song in Dan + Shay's catalog, both at their live performances and on streaming platforms.
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