Eyes Closed

Halsey

About Eyes Closed

"Eyes Closed" is a song by American singer Halsey. It was released on May 4, 2017 through Astralwerks as the first promotional single for her second studio album, Hopeless Fountain Kingdom.


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2017
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I, I know where to lay
I know what to say
It's all the same
And I, I know how to play
I know this game
It's all the same

Now if I keep my eyes closed he looks just like you
But he'll never stay, they never do
Now if I keep my eyes closed he feels just like you
But you've been replaced
I'm face to face with someone new

Would've gave it all for you, cared for you
So tell me where I went wrong
Would've gave it all for you, cared for you
(My lover, my liar)
Would've trade it all for you, there for you
So tell me how to move on
Would've trade it all for you, cared for you
(My lover, my liar)

Now if I keep my eyes closed he looks just like you
But he'll never stay, they never do
Now if I keep my eyes closed he feels just like you
But you've been replaced
I'm face to face with someone new

They don't realize that I'm thinking about you
It's nothing new, it's nothing new

Now if I keep my eyes closed he looks just like you
But he'll never stay, they never do
Now if I keep my eyes closed he feels just like you
But you've been replaced
I'm face to face with someone new

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Halsey

Ashley Nicolette Frangipane (/ˌfrændʒɪˈpɑːni/; born September 29, 1994), known professionally as Halsey (/ˈhɔːlzi/), is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. Her stage name is a reference to the Halsey Street station of the New York City Subway in Brooklyn, and an anagram of her first name. more »

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Written by: ABEL TESFAYE, ASHLEY FRANGIPANE, BENJAMIN JOSEPH LEVIN, MAGNUS HOIBERG, NATHAN PEREZ

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Hipgnosis Songs Group

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"Eyes Closed" is a song by American singer-songwriter Halsey, that was released on May 4, 2017, as a promotional single from her second studio album, "Hopeless Fountain Kingdom".
Collaboration
The song was co-written by Halsey with The Weeknd, Benjamin Levin, Magnus August Høiberg, Nathan Perez and William Walsh.
Genre Specification
"Eyes Closed" is a mid-tempo R&B-influenced pop song that showcases Halsey's distinct, smoky vocals.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, the song managed to reach number 28 on the Billboard Twitter Top Tracks chart.
Music Influence
According to Halsey, The Weeknd's influence could be felt heavily in the track and noted that the song would not exist without him.
Song Meaning
The song explores the idea of finding it impossible to escape memories of a past lover, even when in a new relationship.
Featured Performance
Halsey performed "Eyes Closed" live during her appearance in "The Ellen Show" in May 2017.
Song Interpretation
Some fans interpret the lyrics as Halsey’s expression of her bisexuality and simultaneous struggle with bipolar disorder, which she’s been open about.
Critical Reception
The song was widely well received by music critics as a bold and powerful ballad that showcases Halsey’s range and ability to express raw, painful emotions.
Song Accolade
In an unknown pre-album-release listening party attended by fans, Halsey disclosed that "Eyes Closed" was her personal favorite off the "Hopeless Fountain Kingdom" album.

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