Play

Years & Years, Jax Jones

About Play

"Play" is a song by English DJ Jax Jones and English band Years & Years, released as a single on 28 November 2018. It was included on Jones' Snacks EP. Sung by Olly Alexander, it is Jones' first track to feature male lead vocals since 2016's "House Work". The song is also included on the track listing of Years & Years' second studio album Palo Santo, rereleased the same day as the single.


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How long 'til you play me the song
That will make me belong to you?
One dance with my baby tonight
And we'll dance 'til the night is through
(What you, what you gon' do?)

I used to be so ready to run
My philosophy don't let nobody come too close
To handle my love
Don't let it show

I want it to be you, ooh
Diving into my ocean
A brand new emotion come true, ooh
Don't let this night, don't let this night go

How long 'til you play me the song
That will make me belong to you?
One dance with my baby tonight
And we'll dance 'til the night is through (dance)

Play me the song, play me the song
That will make me belong
Play me the song, play me the song
That will make (dance)
Play me the song, play me the song
That will make me belong
Play me the song, play me the song
That will make

Another chance to make it alright
No circumstance could ever break this
This spell you have forever on me
On me, on us

I want it to be you, ooh
Diving into my ocean
A brand new emotion come true, ooh
Don't let this night, don't let this night go

How long 'til you play me the song
That will make me belong to you?
One dance with my baby tonight
And we'll dance 'til the night is through (dance)

Play me the song, play me the song
That will make me belong
Play me the song, play me the song
That will make (dance)
Play me the song, play me the song
That will make me belong
Play me the song, play me the song
That will make

'Til the night is through
And you played me the song
'Til the night is through
And you played me the song (that will make me belong)

How long 'til you play me the song
That will make me belong to you?
One dance with my baby tonight
And we'll dance 'til the night is through (dance)

Play me the song, play me the song
That will make me belong
Play me the song, play me the song
That will make (dance)
Play me the song, play me the song
That will make me belong
Play me the song, play me the song
That will make

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Years & Years

Years & Years is a British synth-pop band, founded in London, United Kingdom. The band consists of Olly Alexander, Mikey Goldsworthy and Emre Türkmen. Years & Years' music has been described as electropop, mixing R&B and 1990s house elements. The band's debut studio album, Communion, debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart in July 2015 and was the fastest-selling debut album of the year from a UK signed band. Their biggest hit single "King" from their debut album Communion reached number one in the UK Singles Chart in March 2015, and peaked within the top ten of the charts in Australia, Austria, Bulgaria, Denmark, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, the Republic of Ireland and Switzerland. Their single "Shine" from the s… more »

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Written by: Mark Stuart Ralph, Oliver Alexander Thornton, Timucin Fabian Kwong Wah Lam, Uzoechi Osisioma Emenike

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"Play" is a song by English DJ, Jax Jones, and British synth-pop band, Years & Years. It was officially released on November 28, 2018.
Album Inclusion
The track is included in Jax Jones’ debut studio album called "Snacks (Supersize)" released in 2019.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, "Play" managed to peak at number eight on the UK Singles Chart, becoming Jones’ sixth top ten single in the UK.
Inspiration
Jax Jones mentioned in an interview that he was inspired by the 90s house music scene and wanted the track to feel "festive, like New Year’s Eve, when everyone is inexplicably in a good mood".
Music Video
The music video for "Play" was released on December 28, 2019, featuring both Jax Jones and Years & Years' lead singer, Olly Alexander. The video has a futuristic, high-energy theme, reflecting the song's upbeat rhythm.
Collaboration History
This song marks the first collaboration between Jax Jones and Years & Years. The fusion of Jones’s house beats and Years & Years' unique synth-pop sound produced a hit.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Play" deals with the common pop theme of irresistible attraction and playful romantic pursuit.
Acclaim
The song received mostly positive reviews from contemporary music critics. Particularly, the eye-catching video and catchy beat of the song were praised.
Digital Platform Popularity
As of February 2022, the official music video for "Play" has more than 45 million views on YouTube.
Award Recognition
While the song didn't win, it was amongst the nominations for British Single Of The Year at the 2020 Brit Awards.

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