Say You Won't Let Go

James Arthur

About Say You Won't Let Go

"Say You Won't Let Go" is a song by English singer and songwriter James Arthur. The song was released as a digital download on 9 September 2016 in the United Kingdom by Columbia Records as the lead single from his second studio album Back from the Edge (2016). The single peaked at the top of the UK Singles Chart, a position it maintained for three weeks. Outside the United Kingdom, the single has topped the charts in Australia, New Zealand, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland. It also became his breakthrough hit in the US, peaking at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100. In early March, it had gone double platinum in the UK. In May 2018, it was reported that The Script had launched legal proceedings against Arthur due to alleged copyright infringement in regards to the song. In response to claims that the song sounds similar to The Script's "The Man Who Can't Be Moved", The Script initially decided not to pursue legal action, however, in May 2018, the band filed a lawsuit for copyright infringement. 


Year:
2017
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I met you in the dark, you lit me up
You made me feel as though I was enough
We danced the night away, we drank too much
I held your hair back when
You were throwing up

Then you smiled over your shoulder
For a minute, I was stone-cold sober
I pulled you closer to my chest
And you asked me to stay over
I said, I already told ya
I think that you should get some rest

I knew I loved you then
But you'd never know
'Cause I played it cool when I was scared of letting go
I know I needed you
But I never showed
But I wanna stay with you until we're grey and old
Just say you won't let go
Just say you won't let go

I'll wake you up with some breakfast in bed
I'll bring you coffee with a kiss on your head
And I'll take the kids to school
Wave them goodbye
And I'll thank my lucky stars for that night

When you looked over your shoulder
For a minute, I forget that I'm older
I wanna dance with you right now
Oh, and you look as beautiful as ever
And I swear that everyday you'll get better
You make me feel this way somehow

I'm so in love with you
And I hope you know
Darling your love is more than worth its weight in gold
We've come so far my dear
Look how we've grown
And I wanna stay with you until we're grey and old
Just say you won't let go
Just say you won't let go

I wanna live with you
Even when we're ghosts
'Cause you were always there for me when I needed you most

I'm gonna love you till
My lungs give out
I promise till death we part like in our vows
So I wrote this song for you, now everybody knows
'Cause now it's just you and me till we're grey and old
Just say you won't let go
Just say you won't let go

Just say you won't let go
Oh, just say you won't let go

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James Arthur

James Andrew Arthur is a British singer and songwriter who won the ninth series of The X Factor in 2012. more »

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Written by: Steven Solomon, James Andrew Arthur, Neil Richard Ormandy

Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Say You Won't Let Go" was written by James Arthur, Neil Ormandy, and Steve Solomon. The song was a comeback for James after winning "The X Factor" in 2012 and subsequently struggling with his career.
Music Genre
The song belongs to the pop music genre but also has elements of contemporary folk due to its acoustic sound. The use of guitar and soft piano notes also adds a touch of sentimental ballad to the composition.
Chart Success
Released in September 2016, "Say You Won't Let Go" was a smash hit reaching No.1 in multiple country's charts including UK Singles Chart, Australian ARIA Chart, and the Scottish Singles Chart. It also reached No.11 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Certification
The song has been certified multi-platinum in many countries. As of February 2021, it has been certified 3x Platinum in the UK, 4x Platinum in the US, and 9x Platinum in Australia.
Song Theme
"Say You Won't Let Go" is a love ballad in which James Arthur sings about meeting, falling in love, and growing old together with his partner. The touching lyrics have resonated with many, making it a popular choice for proposals or first dances at weddings.
Music Video
The music video of "Say You Won't Let Go" is directed by Felix Urbauer. The video provides a loose interpretation of the song's lyrics and depicts a love story that spans from youth to old age.
Critical Reception
The song received praise from music critics, praising Arthur's raw and heartfelt vocals and the emotional resonance of the song's lyrics. Nevertheless, it didn’t lack criticism with some critics citing its safe and predictable sound.
Streaming Success
"Say You Won't Let Go" was an immense hit on streaming platforms as well. As of December 2021, the song has amassed over 1.6 billion streams on Spotify.
Live Performances
James Arthur has performed "Say You Won't Let Go" at numerous venues, including ‘Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’ and on "The X Factor".
Impact
The song played a crucial role in reviving James Arthur's career. It also led to the success of his second studio album, 'Back from the Edge'.

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