No Matter What
Calum Scott
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When I was a young boy I was scared of growing up I didn’t understand it but I was terrified of love Felt like I had to choose but it was outta my control I needed to be saved, I was going crazy on my own Took me years to tell my mother, I expected the worst I gathered all the courage in the world She said, "I love you no matter what I just want you to be happy and always be who you are" She wrapped her arms around me Said, "Don’t try to be what you’re not 'Cause I love you no matter what" She loves me no matter what I got a little older wishing all my time away Riding on the pavement, every sunny day was grey I trusted in my friends then all my world came crashing down I wish I never said a thing 'cause to them I’m a stranger now I ran home I saw my mother, it was written on my face Felt like I had a heart of glass about to break She said, "I love you no matter what I just want you to be happy and always be who you are" She wrapped her arms around me Said, "Don’t try to be what you’re not 'Cause I love you no matter what" yeah Now I’m a man and I’m so much wiser I walk the earth with my head held higher I got the love that I need But I was still missing one special piece My father looked at me He said I love you no matter what I just want you to be happy and always be who you are He wrapped his arms around me Said, "Don’t try to be what you’re not 'Cause I love you no matter what" He loves me no matter what They love me no matter what
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Written by: Calum Scott, Toby Gad
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"No Matter What" is a song by British singer-songwriter Calum Scott. He first gained significant popularity when he competed on the TV show "Britain’s Got Talent" in 2015.
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Music VideoThe official music video of the song was released on his YouTube channel on November 9, 2018 and has garnered over 47 million views.
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Song ThemeThe song was written in reference to the singer's own experiences with coming out as gay. It narrates the journey of acceptance and understanding both for himself and also his relationship with his family and friends.
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Song Impact"No Matter What" has been heralded as a powerful anthem for the LGBTQ+ community. It sends a strong message about acceptance, love, and understanding regardless of sexual orientation.
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Album InclusionThe song was included in Calum's debut album, "Only Human," released in 2018.
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Chart PerformanceEven though it never charted in the UK, "No Matter What" achieved significant commercial success overseas, peaking at number 57 on the Billboard Canadian Hot 100.
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Critical ResponseMany music critics applauded the song for its heartfelt lyrics and Scott's emotive performance. It received a lot of praise for candidly exploring themes of self-acceptance and acceptance from others.
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Live PerformancesThe song has been a regular part of Scott's live performances and is often met with emotional reactions from the audience.
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Songwriting ProcessCalum Scott has stated in many interviews that "No Matter What" was one of the most challenging songs for him to write due to its deeply personal lyrics.
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Awards and AccoladesDespite its non-charting status in the UK, the song was nominated for the Best Original Song award at the 2019 British LGBT Awards.
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