Honest
The Chainsmokers
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It's five A.M. and I'm on the radio I'm supposed to call you, but I don't know what to say at all And there's this girl, she wants me to take her home She don't really love me though, I'm just on the radio And I'm not gonna tell you that I'm over it 'Cause I think about it every night I'm not sober, and I know I keep these feelings to myself Like I don't need nobody else But you're not the only one on my mind If I'm being honest If I'm being honest You said I should be honest So I'm being honest It's six A.M., I'm so far away from you I don't wanna let you down, what am I supposed to do? It's been three weeks at least, now, since I've been gone And I don't even like the road, I'm just on the radio And I'm not gonna tell you that I'm over it 'Cause I think about it every night I'm not sober, and I know I keep these feelings to myself Like I don't need nobody else But you're not the only one on my mind If I'm being honest If I'm being honest You said I should be honest So I'm being honest And I'm not gonna tell you that I'm over it 'Cause I think about it every night I'm not sober, and I know I keep these feelings to myself Like I don't need nobody else But you're not the only one on my mind If I'm being honest If I'm being honest You said I should be honest So I'm being honest If I'm being honest
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Written by: AUDRA BUTTS, SHAUN CHARLES FRANK, ANDREW TAGGART
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Honest" is a single from The Chainsmokers' debut studio album titled "Memories…Do Not Open". The track was released in the year 2017.
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Chart PerformanceWhile the song did not make a significant impact on major charts, it still managed to peak at #7 on Billboard's Dance/Electronic Digital Song Sales chart.
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Lyrical InterpretationThe song's lyrics are about conflicted feelings in a relationship. The Chainsmokers' member Andrew Taggart, who sings lead on the track, talks about honesty and the turmoil of being torn between staying in a relationship or pursuing a life of fame and excess.
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Music StyleThe Chainsmokers are known for their EDM-pop, electropop and future bass styles, all of which are evident in "Honest". It also incorporates some indie-pop elements.
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Songwriting Credits"Honest" is co-written by Andrew Taggart, one half of The Chainsmokers, along with a team of accomplished songwriters including Tony Ann and Emily Warren.
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Music VideoThe official music video of "Honest" was released on July 27, 2017. Directed by Rory Kramer, the video features a mix of live performance footage and behind-the-scenes shots, capturing the highs and lows of touring life.
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Critical ResponseCritics generally gave mixed reviews to the song. Some praised the honest and relatable lyrics, while others found it less catchy and innovative than some of The Chainsmokers' previous hits.
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Live PerformancesThe Chainsmokers have played "Honest" live during several of their concerts. During their performance at the Ultra Music Festival in Miami, they incorporated the song into their set, generating a large crowd response.
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ArtworkThe cover for "Honest" features an open notebook set against a background scene with skyscrapers and palm trees. This corresponds to their "Memories...Do Not Open" album theme with various notebook scribbles representing different tracks.
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Alternate VersionsA few remix versions of "Honest" were officially released, remixed by artists such as Gil Glaze and Lifelike, giving the song a fresh, different feel.
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