7 Minutes

Dean Lewis

About 7 Minutes

"7 Minutes" is a song by Australian singer and songwriter Dean Lewis. The song was released in January 2019 as the second single from Lewis' forthcoming debut studio album, A Place We Knew. Lewis told Triple J "The song was conceived in a London cab two years ago after an argument with a girl...the line, 'Is it too late to turn around, I'm already halfway out of town' came into my head while I was sitting in an Uber about halfway from her place to mine." Lewis also said "The song is about meeting someone, making memories and then feeling regret. " "Chasing Cars" by Snow Patrol is referenced in this song. At the ARIA Music Awards of 2019, the album was nominated for Song of the Year. 


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It's been seven minutes now since I lost my way
It doesn't seem that long but my whole world has changed
It's in all the little things, when you smile, now it stings
It's been seven minutes since I've lost the girl of my dreams
It's been half an hour now since I dropped you home
And I'm driving past the places we both know
Past the bar where we first kissed
And that movie that we missed
'Cause we were hanging out in the parking lot
Now I sink a little deeper, think a little clearer
Looking at myself through these newfound eyes

Is it too late to turn around?
I'm already halfway out of town
Now I know how I let you down
Oh, I finally figured it out

I forgot to love you, love you, love you
I forgot to love you, love you, love you

Radio's playing songs for me and you
"Chasing Cars" reminds me of nights in your room
Drinking wine under your window, back when love was so damn simple
How the hell did I end up losing you? Mmm

Is it too late to turn around?
I'm already halfway out of town
Now I know how I let you down
Oh, I finally figured it out

I forgot to love you, love you, love you
I forgot to love you, love you, love you
I forgot to love you, love you, love you
I forgot to love you, love you

If I came back now would you still be there?
If I come around would you even care?
If I came back now would you still be there?
If I come around would you even care?

Is it too late to turn around?
I'm already halfway out of town
Now I know how I let you down
Oh, I finally figured it out

I forgot to love you, love you, love you
I forgot to love you, love you, love you
I forgot to love you, love you, love you
I forgot to love you, love you, love you

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Dean Lewis

Dean Lewis is an Australian singer and songwriter from Sydney. He is best known for his debut single "Waves", which was certified triple platinum in Australia in 2017, and his 2018 single "Be Alright", which reached number one in Australia and was certified platinum within four weeks of release and is currently certified quadruple platinum. more »

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Written by: Dean Lewis Grant Loaney, Edward James Holloway, Nick Atkinson

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Song Title & Artist
"7 Minutes" is a hit single by Australian singer-songwriter Dean Lewis.
Release Year
The song was released on January 18, 2019, and it quickly rose in popularity.
Album Information
"7 Minutes" is a single contained in Dean Lewis's debut album "A Place We Knew," which was released on March 22, 2019.
Music Genre
The song falls under the pop music genre, with Dean Lewis's unique touch of emotional and heartfelt lyrics.
Inspiration Behind the Song
Dean Lewis stated in interviews that he wrote "7 Minutes" based on a personal experience of regret after an argument with a loved one in a taxi, observing that it only took 7 minutes to ruin everything.
Music Video Details
The music video for "7 Minutes" was uploaded onto YouTube in January 2019. It has gained over 18 million views since its release, showing the song's wide reach and popularity.
Chart Performance & Recognition
"7 Minutes" topped charts globally, including being top 50 in Australia and top 10 in several European countries. It received platinum certification in Australia, further highlighting Dean Lewis' domestic success.
Songwriting Credits
Dean Lewis co-wrote "7 Minutes" with songwriters Nicholas Atkinson and Edward Holloway.
Performance Style
Dean Lewis is known for his emotionally charged performances, and "7 Minutes" is no exception. The live renditions of this song receive a lot of praise for Lewis's raw emotion and vocal prowess.
Song Composition
The song is primarily composed on the piano, providing a melancholic feel that complements the song's lyrics about regret and lost love.

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