Recovery
James Arthur
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I don't want to play this game no more I don't wanna play it I don't want to stay 'round here no more I don't wanna stay here Like rain on a Monday morning Like pain that just keeps on going on Look at all the hate they keep on showing I don't want to see that Look at all the stones they keep on throwing I don't want to feel that Like sun that will keep on burning I used to be so discerning, oh In my recovery I’m a soldier at war I have broken down walls I defined I designed My recovery In the sound of the sea In the oceans of me I defined I designed My recovery Keep soaring Keep song-writing Keep soaring Keep song-writing My recovery, my recovery Keep soaring Keep song-writing Keep soaring Keep song-writing My recovery And I can hear the choirs keep on singing Tell me what they’re saying And I can hear the phone It keeps on ringing I don’t want to answer I know that I used to listen And I know I’ve become dismissive In my recovery I’m a soldier at war I have broken down walls I defined I designed My recovery In the sound of the sea In the oceans of me I defined I designed My recovery Keep soaring Keep song-writing Keep soaring Keep song-writing My recovery, my recovery Keep soaring Keep song-writing Keep soaring Keep song-writing My recovery In my recovery I’m a soldier at war I have broken down walls I defined I designed My recovery In the sound of the sea In the oceans of me I defined I designed My recovery Keep soaring Keep song-writing Keep soaring Keep song-writing My recovery, my recovery Keep soaring Keep song-writing Keep soaring Keep song-writing My recovery Keep soaring Keep song-writing
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Written by: JAMES ARTHUR, INA WROLDSEN, TIAGO MIGUEL AMARAL CARVALHO
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Recovery" was released by James Arthur on 9 December 2013 in the United Kingdom.
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Album PlacementThis song is part of James Arthur's self-titled debut album, "James Arthur."
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Song ProductionThe song was written by James Arthur himself, along with Ina Wroldsen, and it was produced by Mike Spencer.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its relatively late release in the year, "Recovery" managed to peak at number 19 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Lyrics SignificancePerhaps due to its evocative title, the track is often thought to detail Arthur's battles with mental health and substance abuse issues. He even confirmed this in various interviews, stating that the song is about finding light after dark times.
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MusicianshipIt showcases James Arthur’s vocal range quite effectively, as the song moves from soft, emotional verses to a powerful and passionate chorus.
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Music VideoThe music video leans heavily into the song's suggested themes of mental health and addiction recovery, featuring Arthur alone in a room struggling with his emotions.
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Live PerformanceJames Arthur has performed "Recovery" live on several occasions, including on his appearance on The X Factor UK in 2013.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received generally positive reviews from music critics, especially for its heartfelt lyrics and the strong vocals from Arthur.
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Public ResponseDespite its heavy themes, the song has been lauded by fans and listeners for its relatability and Arthur's honest performance. It has amassed millions of streams across various music platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music.
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