Misery

Gwen Stefani

About Misery

"Misery" is a song recorded by American singer Gwen Stefani for her third solo studio album, This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016). Initially released as a promotional single, it became the record's third and final single on May 23, 2016, when it was sent to hot adult contemporary radio. Stefani co-wrote the song with Justin Tranter, Julia Michaels, Mattias Larsson, and Robin Frediksson, with the latter two serving as the producers. An electropop song, "Misery" uses digital hand clapping and an upbeat samba to produce a futuristic-sounding melody. The lyrics describe a lover who has recently started a relationship and is confused over what to think about it. Several critics drew comparisons between these lyrics to Stefani's personal and romantic life with her boyfriend, Blake Shelton. "Misery" received a mixed response from contemporary music critics. Generally, some reviewers found the track to be a standout track among those on This Is What the Truth Feels Like for sounding "effortless", while others claimed that it was not on a par with Stefani's previously released material. In the United States, it missed entering the Billboard Hot 100, and instead debuted and peaked at number eleven on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 extension chart. Elsewhere, it peaked in the lower regions of charts in Australia, France, Scotland, and the United Kingdom. A remix EP featuring three different remixes of the song was made available as a digital download on June 24, 2016. 


Year:
2016
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Where'd you go?
I got so used to being 'round you boy
I'm trying not to care, but where'd you go?
I'm doing my best to be sensible
I'm trying not to care, but

You're like drugs, you're like drugs to me
I'm so into you totally
You're like drugs, you're like drugs to me
Drugs to me

So put me out of my misery
Hurry up, come see me
Put me out of my misery
Hurry up, come see me
Enough, enough of this suffering
Hurry up, come see me
Put me out of my misery, put me out of my misery

Out the door
I'm thinking things I never thought before
Like what your love would taste like
Give me more
Don't sell this feeling at the grocery store
All cause your love, it tastes like

You're like drugs, you're like drugs to me
I'm so into you totally
You're like drugs, you're like drugs to me
Drugs to me

So put me out of my misery
Oh, hurry up, come see me
Put me out of my misery
Hurry up, come see me
Enough, enough of this suffering
Hurry up, come see me
Put me out of my misery, put me out of my misery

Put me out
Out of my misery
Put me out
Out of my misery
You're in so much trouble
(You better watch out)
Yeah, you're in so much trouble
(You better watch out)
You're in so much trouble
(You better watch out)
Yeah, you're in so much trouble
Oh

So put me out of my misery
Hurry up, come see me
Put me out of my misery (put me out)
Hurry up, come see me
Enough, enough of this suffering (enough, enough of this suffering)
Hurry up, come see me
Put me out of my misery (put me out of my misery), put me out of my misery
Put me out of my misery
Hurry up, come see me
Put me out of my misery (put me out of my misery)
Hurry up, come see me
Enough, enough of this suffering (enough, enough of this suffering)
Hurry up, come see me
Put me out of my misery, put me out of my misery

Put me out
(You're in so much trouble)
Out of my misery
Put me out
(You're in so much trouble)
Put me out of my misery
Put me out
(You're in so much trouble)
Out of my misery
Put me out
(You're in so much trouble)
Put me out of my misery

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Gwen Stefani

Gwen Renée Stefani ( /stəˈfɑːni/; born October 3, 1969) is an American singer-songwriter, fashion designer and occasional actress. Stefani is the lead vocalist for the rock and ska band No Doubt. Stefani recorded Love. Angel. Music. Baby., her first solo album, in 2004. Inspired by music of the 1980s, the album was a success with sales of over seven million copies. The album's third single "Hollaback Girl", was the first US digital download to sell one million copies. Stefani's second and final solo studio album, The Sweet Escape (2006), yielded "Wind It Up", "4 in the Morning", and the highest-selling single "The Sweet Escape". Including her work with No Doubt, Stefani has sold more than 40 million albums worldwide. more »

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Written by: FELIX SNOW, JUSTIN TRANTER, GWEN STEFANI, JULIA MICHAELS, MATTIAS LARSSON

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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13 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Misery" is a song recorded by American singer Gwen Stefani for her third solo studio album, "This Is What the Truth Feels Like," which was released in 2016.
Genres
There are several genres of the song "Misery", that is pop, reggae-pop, and R&B.
Songwriting Team
The song was co-written by four influential songwriters, including Gwen Stefani herself, Justin Tranter, Julia Michaels, and Mattias Larsson.
Album's Success
The album, "This Is What the Truth Feels Like", which includes "Misery", debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 charts, marking Gwen's first number one album as a solo artist.
Personal Inspiration
The song was partially inspired by Gwen Stefani’s highly publicized divorce from Gavin Rossdale, and her new relationship with Blake Shelton at the time.
Production Team
The song “Misery” was produced by renowned Swedish producers Mattman & Robin, who are known for their work with famous artists such as Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez.
Critical Reception
Music critics generally had positive reviews of the song "Misery", praising Gwen's vocals and the catchy pop melodies.
Promotion
The song was used to promote "This Is What the Truth Feels Like" and was released as the album's third official single.
Music Video Director
The music video for "Misery" was directed by Sophie Muller, who had previously collaborated with Gwen Stefani on several other music videos.
Chart Performance
"Misery" managed to reach number 65 on the Billboard Pop Digital Song Sales chart in the US.
Dance Choreography
The music video features Gwen Stefani in a range of couture gowns and is known for her elaborate choreography.
Grammy Consideration
Although the song didn’t gain any awards, it was submitted for consideration at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards.
Live Performances
Gwen Stefani performed "Misery" live at a number of venues including The Voice, where her boyfriend Blake Shelton is a regular coach.

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