Lake by the Ocean
Maxwell
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He, he, he yeah, yeah In the light of the sun I was dazed, I was burned, I was lost Deep in the storm of a grave Had a bed as a coffin You were only the one that made me fulfilled Only the thing that made me reveal My destiny was before us, beach of a forest Anything ain't nothing, it's just It's just you, just us Nobody but love On trust, on us, nobody now Can we swim a lake by the ocean We'll be one like drops in slow motion Lake by the ocean Oh tell me the way that is Waves like it is the drops of colors Why do I live inside of you baby Want to be every part of you It's just, it's just right, it's just left We can be strong, we can wave, we can live oh so long Live in a flame where we'll never burn No one could ever, ever return You are reason I'm on ya, reason I love ya You're the thing I need 'cause it's just It's just you, just us Nobody but love On trust, on us, nobody now Can we swim a lake by the ocean We'll be one like drops in slow motion He he lake by the ocean All I see is just Everything is lust Lake by the ocean (lake by the ocean) Sweet like the motion Love is the medicine I can heal us All I see is love All I want is love It's just you, us, body, love Trust, us (Lake by the ocean) can we swim a lake by the ocean (Lake by the, by the ocean) Drops slow motion Lake by the ocean
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Written by: MAXWELL MENARD, HOD DAVID
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10 facts about this song
Release and Recognition"Lake by the Ocean" is a single by Maxwell that was released on April 8, 2016.
- The song earned Maxwell his third Grammy Award, winning the Best R&B Song category in 2017.
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Album and Chart PerformanceThe song is the lead single from his fifth studio album, "blackSUMMERS'night."
- It peaked at number 41 on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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Creative WorkThe song was co-written by Maxwell and Hod David.
- Maxwell described the song as representing "the dichotomy of people fighting and looking for a calm and peaceful atmosphere amid chaos."
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Musical ArrangementThe song is noted for its minimalistic sound that incorporates elements of soul, funk and gospel music.
- Its instrumental arrangement includes soft percussion beats and guitar strumming layered with Maxwell's falsetto vocals.
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Video ProductionThe music video for "Lake by the Ocean" was directed by Philip Andelman and premiered on Maxwell's VEVO channel in May 2016.
- The video, shot in the Dominican Republic, complements the lyrics of the song by depicting the simplicity and beauty of life through nature and community.
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Critical AcclaimRolling Stone magazine marked the song as a triumphant return for Maxwell.
- Critics lauded Maxwell's falsetto voice blending seamlessly with the soulful rhythm, catapulting the song into the vintage R&B domain.
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Live PerformancesMaxwell performed "Lake by the Ocean" live on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in 2016, which helped promote the track on a mainstream level.
- The song remained a staple on Maxwell's setlist during his "SUMMERS' Tour" in 2016.
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International Appeal“Lake by the Ocean” reached the Top 20 of Billboard’s Adult R&B Songs in Canada.
- The song also charted in Japan in 2016.
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InfluenceEven after 20 years in the music industry, Maxwell continues to influence contemporary R&B with his creative work.
- "Lake by the Ocean" reinforced his relevance in the genre, showing his ability to blend traditional soul with modern production techniques.
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DiscrepancyDespite the song's popularity among Maxwell's fans and its Grammy win, "Lake by the Ocean" did not make a significant impact on the mainstream pop charts.
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