Walking Away

Craig David

About Walking Away

"Walking Away" is a song by English singer Craig David. It was written by David and Mark Hill and released as the third single from his debut studio album, Born to Do It (2000). It reached number one in New Zealand where it became the number one song of 2001, combining both sales and airplay. In 2008, the track was re-recorded for David's Greatest Hits compilation, released in November 2008 in the United Kingdom. The new versions each feature a different artist: Lynnsha on the French version, Nek on the Italian version, Álex Ubago on the Spanish version and Monrose on the German version. Monrose's vocals were sung in English rather than in German, whereas the other artists sang in their native languages. 


Year:
2001
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I'm walking away
From the troubles in my life
I'm walking away
Oh, to find a better day

I'm walking away
From the troubles in my life
I'm walking away
Oh, to find a better day

Sometimes, some people get me wrong
When it's something I've said or done
Sometimes, you feel there is no fun
That's why you turn and run
But now I truly realize
Some people don't want to compromise
Well I saw them with my own eyes
Spreading those lies, yeah

Well I don't want to live a lie
Too many sleepless nights
Not mentioning the fights
I'm sorry to say lady

I'm walking away
From the troubles in my life
I'm walking away
Oh, to find a better day

Well I'm so tired baby
Of things you say
You're driving me away
Whispers in the powder room baby
Don't listen to the games they play
Girl I thought you'd realized
I'm not like them other guys
'cause I saw them with my own eyes
You should've been more wise babe

Well I don't want to live a lie
Too many sleepless nights
Not mentioning the fights
I'm sorry to say lady

I'm walking away
From the troubles in my life
I'm walking away
Oh, to find a better day

I'm walking away
From the troubles in my life
I'm walking away
Oh, to find a better day

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Craig David

Craig Ashley David (born 5 May 1981) is an English singer-songwriter who rose to fame in 1999 featuring on the single "Re-Rewind" by Artful Dodger. David's debut album, Born to Do It, was released on 14 August 2000, after which he has since released five further studio albums and worked with a variety of artists such as Tinchy Stryder, Kano, Jay Sean, Rita Ora and Sting. more »

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Written by: Craig David, Mark Hill

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11 facts about this song

Musical Style
"Walking Away" is a smooth R&B track that features Craig David's impressive vocal range, incorporating elements of soul and pop.
Chart Performance
The song charted impressively well worldwide, reaching the top five in the UK Singles Chart and topping the charts in New Zealand.
Album Information
"Walking Away" was released as the third single from Craig David's debut album, "Born to Do It," in 2000.
Lyric Theme
The song's lyrics express the singer's desire to move on and walk away from an unhealthy relationship.
Awards
"Walking Away" helped establish Craig David as a successful artist, contributing to his winning of MOBO Awards and a Grammy nomination.
International Version
In 2002, Craig David re-recorded the song in duet form with Italian singer Nek, becoming a major hit in Italy.
Nek's Contribution
Nek not only sang the song in a duet with Craig but also played guitar on the track. The re-recorded version includes verses in both English and Italian.
Music Video
The visually striking music video for "Walking Away" features Craig David walking through a desolate urban landscape symbolizing the emotional desolation of a broken relationship.
Critical Reception
Critics appreciated the track for its melodic simplicity and relatable lyrics about heartbreak and moving on.
Enduring Popularity
Despite being released over two decades ago, "Walking Away" remains one of Craig David's most popular and recognizable songs.
Remixes
The song's popularity has led to several remixes, including versions by Ignorants and DJ Chunky.

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