Linger

Guy Sebastian

About Linger

"Linger" is a song by Australian recording artist Guy Sebastian featuring American rapper Lupe Fiasco. It was released as the fourth single from Sebastian's seventh studio album, Madness (2014). "Linger" peaked at number 17 on the ARIA Singles Chart and was certified platinum by the Australian Recording Industry Association for shipments exceeding 70,000 shipments.


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I've been tryna lose you baby
I'm getting kinda used to failing every try
I guess we both refuse to face it
Neither one of us will ever change our stripes

Why are we dancing now that the party's over?
Why are we running now that the race is done?
Yea we try to let it go, but there's no way we can control it
If we can't pull the trigger, then baby let this linger
Linger

On and on, on and on, on and on
(Linger)
On and on, on and on, on and on

So I keep the fire burning
But I'm wondering why I still can feel the cold
And I squeeze and I squeeze as hard as I can
Hoping I will get some blood out of this stone

Why are we dancing now that the party's over?
Why are we running now that the race is done?
Yea we try to let it go, but there's no way we can control it
If we can't pull the trigger, then baby let this linger
Linger

On and on, on and on, on and on
(Linger)
On and on, on and on, on and on

We'll make it last 'till the last one
Each release is just a lease that repeats the past one
Song that never ends, that was Lamb Chop
Exodus, but the sex in us is a welcome mat back to Jamrock
So even when the band stops
Guitar still playin' even though the hand's not
And all of this amounts to poltergeists and haunted houses so
Even when we die, we'll still be alive

Why are we dancing now that the party's over?
Why are we running now that the race is done?
Yea we try to let it go, but there's no way we can control it
If we can't pull the trigger, then baby let this linger
Linger

On and on, on and on, on and on
(Linger)
On and on, on and on, on and on

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Guy Sebastian

Guy Theodore Sebastian (born 26 October 1981) is an Australian pop, R&B, and soul singer-songwriter who was the first winner of Australian Idol in 2003. Since 2010 he has been a judge on Australia's The X Factor. Sebastian has released seven top ten albums, with six reaching the top five, including two which peaked at number one. They have all achieved either platinum or multi-platinum certification. He has also released 11 top ten singles, including six number ones, and three other top 15 singles. Sebastian is the only Australian male artist in Australian chart history to achieve six number one singles, and he is third overall for all Australian acts. Five of his singles gained multi-platinum certification, including the 6× platinum "Battle Scars" and th… more »

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Written by: WASALU MUHAMMAD JACO, GUY SEBASTIAN, MATTHEW SMITH RADOSEVICH

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC

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15 facts about this song

Release Date
"Linger" was released on March 13, 2015.
Album Name
"Linger" is a track from Guy Sebastian’s 8th studio album, named "Madness".
Featured Artist
The song features guest vocals by American rapper "Lupe Fiasco".
Chart Information
Although "Linger" was not a substantial hit on the charts, the album itself reached the Top 5 on the ARIA Charts in Australia.
Song Genre
The song showcases Guy Sebastian's ability to capture multiple genres, blending elements of pop and R&B.
Collaborations
Guy Sebastian and Lupe Fiasco also previously collaborated on the hit single "Battle Scars".
Music Video
The music video for the song was directed by Lawrence Lim and sheds light on a fractured relationship.
Song Theme
The lyrics deal with the aftermath of a relationship, where the feeling of love continues to "linger" even after separation.
Songwriters
Guy Sebastian is one of the song's main writers.
Live Performances
"Linger" is often performed live by Guy Sebastian during his concerts, making it one of his fans’ favorite songs.
Review
The song has received positive reviews from music critics, with many praising its mature theme and Sebastian’s soulful voice.
Record Label
"Linger", like the rest of the songs on the album "Madness", was released under the label, Sony Music Australia.
Length of Song
It is 4 minutes and 43 seconds long, making it one of the longer tracks on the album.
Cover Versions
While the song has not been widely covered by other artists, Guy has performed different versions during his live concerts.
Fan Response
Fans have appreciated the song for its deep and emotive lyrics and Guy's vocal harmonies.

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