I Won't Give In
Asking Alexandria
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Every breath you take I watch you slip away You're slowly killing yourself I won't give in If my heart could sing, would you stay? Would you stay and listen? Would you stay and listen? If my soul was torn, would you help? Would you try and fix me? Would you help un-break me? Your smile, it eats me alive And I can't turn away any longer Every breath you take I watch you slip away You're slowly killing yourself I won't give in Every breath you take I watch you slip away You're slowly killing yourself I won't give in I'm a ghost of what's left of me Begging you to hear me Can you even feel me? I can't let you go, save me please Will you stay here with me? Will you ever leave me? Your smile it eats me alive And I can't turn away any longer Every breath you take I watch you slip away You're slowly killing yourself I won't give in Every breath you take I watch you slip away You're slowly killing yourself I won't give in I gave you everything I never thought we would end up like this I gave you everything I can't let you go, save me please I gave you everything (I won't give in) Every breath you take I watch you slip away You're slowly killing yourself (I'll be your light in the darkness) Every breath you take I watch you slip away You're slowly killing yourself I won't give in Every breath you take I watch you slip away You're slowly killing yourself I won't give in I gave you everything I never thought we would end up like this
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Written by: DENIS SHAFOROSTOV, BENJAMIN PAUL BRUCE, JAMES ARTHUR CASSELLS, JOSEPH STURGIS
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11 facts about this song
Origin of the Song"I Won't Give In" was released by British rock band Asking Alexandria on 27 May 2015. It is the band’s first single featuring their new lead vocalist Denis Stoff who replaced original frontman Danny Worsnop.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 21 on the US Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart and also charted in the UK Rock & Metal Singles.
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New Singer Introduction"I Won't Give in" was pivotal for Asking Alexandria as it was the introductory song for their new lead singer Denis Stoff whose entry had followed substantial drama within the band.
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Lyric CompositionWhile the band hasn't confirmed the song's meaning, some fans believe the lyrics represent the departure of previous lead vocalist Danny Worsnop and reflect the fortitude of the band to carry on despite the change.
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Album InclusionIt is the lead single from their fourth studio album, "The Black", which was released on 25 March 2016.
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Music Video SuccessIts music video, released on YouTube in June 2015, has garnered over 38 million views, showcasing the song's popularity among both old and new fans of the band.
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Changing Band DynamicsThe release of the song marked a significant change in the band's sound and lineup, with the new singer Denis Stoff bringing in his style and sound, adding a fresh dynamic to the band.
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Fan ReactionFan reaction to "I Won't Give in" was generally positive, with many appreciating the strong lyrics, catchy melody, and Denis Stoff's vocal performance.
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Professional ReviewsMusic critics provided mixed reviews on "I Won't Give In" with some praising the band's ability to move forward despite the line-up changes, while others critiqued the song for not deviating much from the band's previous work.
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Song PerformanceAdding to the song's popularity, the band performed "I Won't Give In" across various music festivals and it was commonly included in the band's setlists during their subsequent tours.
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Departure of Denis StoffThis song marked the beginning of the Denis Stoff era, which unfortunately was short-lived. Stoff exited the band in 2016 and original frontman Danny Worsnop returned to the lineup.
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