Realize
Colbie Caillat
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Take time to realize That your warmth is Crashing down on me Take time to realize That I am on your side Didn't I, didn't I tell you? But I can't spell it out for you No, it's never gonna be that simple No, I can't spell it out for you If you just realize what I just realized Then we'd be perfect for each other and we'd never find another Just realize what I just realized We'd never have to wonder if we missed out on each other, now Take time to realize Oh, oh, I'm on your side Didn't I, didn't I tell you? Take time to realize This all could pass you by Didn't I tell you? But I can't spell it out for you No, it's never gonna be that simple No, I can't spell it out for you If you just realize what I just realized Then we'd be perfect for each other and we'll never find another Just realize what I just realized We'd never have to wonder if we missed out on each other, but It's not the same No, it's never the same If you don't feel it, too If you meet me half way If you would meet me half way It could be the same for you If you just realize what I just realized Then we'd be perfect for each other and we'll never find another Just realize what I just realized We'd never have to wonder Just realize what I just realized If you just realize what I just realized Missed out on each other now Missed out on each other now Realize, realize, realize, realize
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Written by: Mikal Blue, Colbie Marie Caillat, Jason Bradford Reeves
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Artist Composition"Realize" is a song by American singer-songwriter Colbie Caillat from her debut album, "Coco."
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Release DateIt was released as the second single from the album, after "Bubbly", in 2008.
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GenreThe song falls under the modern folk-pop genre, with a soft acoustic sound that embodies Caillat's style.
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Chart Performance"Realize" reached number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, demonstrating its mainstream success.
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SongwritersThe song has been penned by Colbie Caillat herself in collaboration with Jason Reeves and Mikal Blue, both reputable American musicians.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Realize" features Colbie and a love interest spending time together in the beautiful landscapes of California, mirroring the song's romantic theme.
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Lyrics InterpretationIn the song, Caillat sings about being infatuated with a best friend and hoping they will realize they should be together.
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Critical Accolade"Realize" received positive reviews from critics. They praised its sweet lyrics and Caillat's soft, emotive voice.
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Song's InspirationIt's claimed that Caillat wrote the song about a man who was her best friend at the time. They eventually started dating, mirroring the song's storyline.
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Global ReachApart from its success in the US, "Realize" also became popular internationally, charting in countries like Australia and Canada. It was even translated into other languages, including Spanish.
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Pop Culture ImpactThe song has also been featured in several TV shows, including the popular teen drama "Gossip Girl", adding to its visibility and impact on pop culture.
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Album's SuccessIn large part due to the popularity of "Realize" and its predecessor "Bubbly," Caillat's debut album "Coco" was certified double Platinum by the RIAA.
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