Promises

Sam Smith, Calvin Harris

About Promises

"Promises" is a song by Scottish music producer Calvin Harris and English singer-songwriter Sam Smith. Both artists co-wrote the song with Canadian singer-songwriter Jessie Reyez, who also provided additional vocals and was featured in the song. The song's production was handled solely by Harris. It was released by Columbia Records and Sony Music on 17 August 2018. It reached number one on the UK Singles Chart on 7 September 2018, having debuted at number four two weeks earlier. It became Harris' tenth British chart-topper and Smith's seventh. In the United States, the single became Harris' twelfth and Smith's first number-one on Billboard's Dance/Mix Show Airplay Chart in its 6 October 2018 issue. 


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Are you drunk enough?
Not to judge what I'm doin'
Are you high enough?
To excuse that I'm ruined
'Cause I'm ruined
Is it late enough?
For you to come and stay over
'Cause we're free to love
So tease me, hmm

I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything 
(Tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything 
(Tonight)
I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything 
(Tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything 
(Tonight)

Tonight
(You're everything tonight)

Is it loud enough?
'Cause my body is calling for you, calling for you
I need someone
To do the things that I do (hmm)
I'm heating up
Energy's taking control
I'm speeding up
My heartbeat's dancing alone

I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything 
(Tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything 
(Tonight)
I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything 
(Tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything 
(Tonight)

Tonight
(You're everything tonight)

'Cause I need 
Your green light
Day and night, say that you're mine
'Cause I need
Your green light
Day and night, say that you're mine (you're mine)
Say that you're mine (you're mine)
Say that you're mine

I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything 
(Tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything 
(Tonight)
I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything 
(Tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything 
(Tonight)

Tonight

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Calvin Harris

Adam Richard Wiles (born 17 January 1984), better known by his stage name Calvin Harris, is a Scottish DJ, singer, songwriter, and record producer. His gold-selling debut album, I Created Disco, was released in 2007 and contained the top-ten singles "Acceptable in the 80s" and "The Girls". His second studio album, Ready for the Weekend (2009), reached number one on the UK Album Chart and includes the chart-topper "I'm Not Alone", the UK top-five hit "Ready for the Weekend", and the singles "Flashback" and "You Used to Hold Me". more »

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Written by: Adam Wiles, Jessica Reyes, Samuel Smith

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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11 facts about this song

Release and Reception
"Promises" was released on 17th August 2018, featuring accomplished singer Sam Smith. It received significant positive noteworthy reviews and was considered a commercial success.
Chart Performance
The song climbed to the No.1 spot on the UK Singles Chart, making it Harris's tenth UK number-one single and Smith's seventh. It remained at the top spot for five consecutive weeks.
Collaboration
This was the first time that Calvin Harris and Sam Smith worked together on a piece. The blend of Harris's electronic music with Smith's soulful voice was warmly welcomed by listeners.
Music Video
The original music video for "Promises" was directed by Emil Nava, featuring Smith, Harris, and Winnie Harlow, among other characters.
Grammy-Nominated
"Promises" was nominated for Best Dance Recording at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards.
Billboard Hot 100
In the United States, the song made it to number seven on the Billboard Hot 100.
Multi-Platinum
In various countries, the song achieved platinum status, including quadruple Platinum in Australia and double Platinum in the UK.
Praise-worthy Lyrics
The lyrics are seen as an anti-prejudice statement, celebrating love and equality, and have been well-received by many fans.
Online Virality
Upon release, "Promises" quickly gained popularity, with the music video garnering millions of views on YouTube.
Soulful and Danceable
"Promises" is noted for bringing together the soul of Sam Smith's vocals and the upbeat, danceable essence of Calvin Harris's production style.
Worldwide Popularity
Apart from the UK and the US, the song also hit the number one spots in various other markets, including Canada, Mexico, Greece, and Israel. It made it to top ten in multiple other countries as well.

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