The Real Thing
Gwen Stefani
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I've seen your face a thousand times Have all your stories memorized I've kissed your lips a million ways But I still love to have you around I've held you too many times to count I think I know you inside out And we're together most days But I still love to have you around And you're the one I want and it's not just a phase And you're the one I trust, our love is the real thing Don't go away My love (my love) I want you to stay In my life Don't go away My lover (my love) I'm happiest when we spend time You're a salty water, ocean wave You knock me down, you kiss my face I know the storms will always come But I still love to have you around Heavens knows what will come next So emotional, you're so complex A roller coaster, built to crash But I still love to have you around You're the one I want and it's not just a phase You're the one I trust, our love is the real thing Don't go away My love (my love) I want you to stay In my life Don't go away My lover (my love) I'm happiest when we spend time (it's only you and I) It's you there when I close my eyes And you in the morning I never thought you'd still be mine Or I'd really need to have you around Don't go away My love (my love) I want you to stay In my life Don't go away My lover (my love) I need you, you're my love supply Don't go away My love (you're my love supply) I want you to stay In my life (every day, every night) Don't go away My lover (you're my love supply) I need you, you're my love supply
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Written by: LINDA PERRY, GWEN STEFANI
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"The Real Thing" is a song from Gwen Stefani's debut solo album titled "Love. Angel. Music. Baby." released in 2004.
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CollaborationThis pop ballad was created as a collaboration with well-known American songwriter, Linda Perry, who previously worked with successful artists such as Pink and Christina Aguilera.
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Inspired MusicThe song contains elements of pop music from the 1980's, and it's said to be inspired by the works of well-known synth-pop band, 'New Order'.
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Vintage VibesIt is noted for its vintage vibes which combines technology and human emotion, reminiscent of the 80's dance music.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe song’s lyrics are open to interpretation, some believe that it talks about Gwen Stefani's then romantic relationship with her now ex-husband, Gavin Rossdale.
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Live PerformancesStefani has performed "The Real Thing" on several occasions, including her 2005 Harajuku Lovers Live tour, which has won praise for its energetic and lively onstage performance.
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Critical ReviewWhile the song wasn't released as a single, it received predominantly positive reviews from music critics, praising Stefani's mature voice and the nostalgic 80's synth-pop sound.
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Notable RemixA remix version of "The Real Thing" remix was used as the runway song for Stefani's L.A.M.B. Spring 2006 fashion show.
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Album's SuccessThe debut solo album "Love. Angel. Music. Baby." was a major success, reaching multi-platinum status in several countries, and "The Real Thing" played a contributing role in that success.
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Musical Evolution"The Real Thing" showcases Gwen Stefani's evolution as an artist, breaking out from her ska-punk roots with No Doubt, and exploring more pop influences in her solo work.
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