Leave Right Now

Will Young

About Leave Right Now

"Leave Right Now" is a song written by Eg White and performed by Will Young. It appears on Will Young's second album, Friday's Child (2003) and was released as the first single from that album. The song also appears on the international version of Young's third album, Keep On (2005). The song is reportedly about unrequited love. White was awarded the Ivor Novello Award for Best Song Musically and Lyrically for "Leave Right Now" in 2004. "Leave Right Now" was the exit song for the ninth season of American Idol. Young performed it on the penultimate episode (25 May 2010) to accompany a video montage recapping the season. 


Year:
2005
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I'm here, just like I saidâ?¦
Though it's breaking every rule I've ever made.
My racing heart is just the same;
Why make it strong to break it once again?
And I'd love to say â??I doâ??;
Give everything to you.
But I could never now be trueâ?¦

So I say,
I think I'd better leave right now
Before I fall any deeper.
I think I'd better leave right now;
Feeling weaker and weaker.
Somebody better show me how
Before I fall any deeper.
I think I'd better leave right now.

I'm here, so please explain
Why you're opening up a healing wound again.
I'm a little more careful,
Perhaps it shows.
But if I lose the highs,
At least I'm spared the lows.

Now I tremble in your arms
What could be the harm
To feel my spirit calm?

So I say,
I think I'd better leave right now
Before I fall any deeper.
I think I'd better leave right now;
Feeling weaker and weaker.
Somebody better show me how
Before I fall any deeper.
I think I'd better leave right now.

I wouldn't know how to say
How good it feels seeing you today
I see you've got your smile back
Like you say, you're right on track
But you may never know why
Once bitten, twice as shy.
If I'm proud, perhaps I should explain:
I couldn't bear to lose you again.

So I say,
I think I'd better leave right now
Before I fall any deeper.
I think I'd better leave right now;
Feeling weaker and weaker.
Somebody better show me how
Before I fall any deeper.
I think I'd better leave right now.

Yes, I will.
I think I'd better leave right now;
I'm feeling weaker and weaker.
Somebody better show me how
Before I fall any deeper

I think I'd better leave right now.

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Will Young

William Robert "Will" Young (born 20 January 1979) is a British singer-songwriter and actor who came to prominence after winning the 2002 inaugural series of the British music contest Pop Idol, making him the first winner of the now-worldwide Idols-format franchise. His debut single, "Anything Is Possible", was released two weeks after the show's finale and became the fastest-selling debut single in the United Kingdom. Young also came in fifth place in World Idol performing his single Light My Fire. more »

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Written by: Francis Eg White

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10 facts about this song

Artist Profile
"Leave Right Now" is a song by English recording artist Will Young. Young gained his popularity after winning the British reality talent show "Pop Idol" in 2002.
Release Date
"Leave Right Now" was released on November 24, 2003, as the first single from Young's second studio album, titled "Friday's Child."
Commercial Success
The song was a massive commercial success in the United Kingdom, reaching number one on the UK Singles Chart. It remains Young's biggest hit to date.
International Recognition
"Leave Right Now" entered the charts in several other countries as well, including Ireland, where it peaked at number two, and Australia, where it reached number three.
Music Video Recognition
The music video for this song, directed by Philippe André has been praised for its unique storytelling narrative and won the British Video of the Year category at the Brit Awards in 2005.
Song Composition
The song is composed in the key of C Major and has a tempo of 78 beats per minute. It is a pop ballad with elements of blue-eyed soul.
Song Meaning
The song lyrics are about someone who wants to leave a relationship before they get hurt. Young employs a vulnerable and sometimes pleading tone in his vocals.
Platinum Status
In the UK, "Leave Right Now" went on to achieve Platinum status, selling over 600,000 copies.
Cultural Impact
The song was used in the end credits of the film "The Queen", a movie that tells the story of Queen Elizabeth II.
Cover Versions
"Leave Right Now" has been covered by many artists across different genres, indicating its broad appeal and timeless message.

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