Dancing With A Stranger
Sam Smith, Normani
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Hmm, hmm I don't wanna be alone tonight It's pretty clear that I'm not over you I'm still thinking 'bout the things you do So I don't want to be alone tonight, alone tonight, alone tonight Can you light the fire? I need somebody who can take control I know exactly what I need to do 'Cause I don't wanna be alone tonight, alone tonight, alone tonight Look what you made me do, I'm with somebody new Ooh, baby, baby, I'm dancing with a stranger Look what you made me do, I'm with somebody new Ooh, baby, baby, I'm dancing with a stranger Dancing with a stranger I wasn't even goin' out tonight But, boy, I need to get you off of my mind I know exactly what I have to do I don't wanna be alone tonight, alone tonight, alone tonight Look what you made me do, I'm with somebody new Ooh, baby, baby, I'm dancing with a stranger Look what you made me do, I'm with somebody new Ooh, baby, baby, I'm dancing with a stranger Dancing with a stranger Dancing with a stranger Dancing, yeah, ooh Look what you made me do (ooh), I'm with somebody new Ooh, baby, baby, I'm dancing with a stranger Look what you made me do, I'm with somebody new Ooh, baby, baby, I'm dancing with a stranger I'm dancing, I'm dancing (ooh) I'm dancing, I'm dancing (dancing with a stranger) I'm dancing, I'm dancing (dancing with a stranger) I'm dancing, I'm dancing (dancing with a stranger)
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Written by: James John Napier, Mikkel Storleer Eriksen, Normani Kordei Hamilton, Samuel Frederick Smith, Tor Erik Hermansen
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
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12 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundSam Smith, the artist who sang "Dancing With A Stranger", is a British singer-songwriter famous for his soulful voice. He is known for songs such as "I'm Not the Only One" and "Stay With Me" which have garnered him multiple Grammy awards. Smith is also known for their openness about their non-binary gender identity.
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Song Collaboration"Dancing With A Stranger" is a collaboration between Sam Smith and Normani, an American singer, and songwriter. Normani first gained popularity as a member of the girl band, Fifth Harmony.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a commercial success and climbed the Billboard charts in the United States. It reached the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified Platinum for selling over a million copies.
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Release Date"Dancing With A Stranger" was released on January 11, 2019, becoming one of the first hits of the new year.
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Music VideoThe accompanying music video was released a few days after the song, featuring both Smith and Normani. The video has gained over 600 million views on YouTube, indicating the song's widespread appeal.
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Song GenesisInterestingly, the idea of the song came about when Sam Smith had a chance meeting with Normani in a recording studio.
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Pop GenreThe song belongs to the pop genre with a mix of RnB. The track was lauded for its catchy beat and heartfelt lyrics about trying to move on after a difficult breakup.
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Critical AcclaimCritics widely praised "Dancing With A Stranger" for its mature theme, great vocals from both artists, and its stylish music video.
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was written by Sam Smith, Normani, Mikkel S. Eriksen, Tor Erik Hermansen, and Jimmy Napes. Eriksen and Hermansen are part of the Norwegian production and songwriting team, Stargate, known for creating hit songs for numerous artists in the pop genre.
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Global ImpactIt also performed well globally, reaching the top ten in several countries, including Canada, UK, Ireland, and Australia. It went on to receive multiple Platinum and Gold certifications around the world.
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AwardsDespite its success, the track was surprisingly overlooked for major awards. However, it was nominated for Best Collaboration at the 2019 MTV Video Music Awards.
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Live PerformancesSam Smith and Normani performed the song live together for the first time at the 2019 BBMAs (Billboard Music Awards).
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