Switch It On

Will Young

About Switch It On

"Switch It On" is a popular song written by Will Young, Stephen Lipson, Ronnie Peterson, Karen Poole and Steven Wolf, and performed by Will Young. It was released as the first single from Young's third album Keep On, and his eighth single overall. The single reached number five in the UK Singles Chart. The music itself is based on a guitar Bo Diddley riff similar to The Count 5's Psychotic Reaction.


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2006
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I can see I'm a little unstable
Mystified,I'm tired and unable
To switch it on and switch it off daily
It's OK to, say how you see me
It's about my time,
There's no way,
Please, this isn't working
And I can't breathe
Got No air now

How can I live when I wanna be free
This is my time and these are my needs
It's OK to want before you fall down
Setting me up on a mission of life

Got to, Got to, Go to go crazy

Mm

Can you tell I'm a little bit Hungary
Mr. Fabulous don't impress me
You talk to me with the speech without words
Where the vowels all missing and the truth unheard
Please, this isn't working
I can't breathe
Got No Air now
It's all about the money,
It's all about the fame,
It's not about the way you live your life
This is how I'm gonna break it down now

How can I live when I wanna be free
This is my time and these are my needs
It's OK to want before you fall down
Setting me up on a mission of life

Give it to me, ha ha!

Can't you see I'm a little bit weary 
In a three piece suit and shoes that don't fit me 
You're bright eyed, bushy tailed, pushing it around 
No I won't let it go, no I won't stop, so tough! 

How can I live when I wanna be free
This is my time and these are my needs
It's OK to want before you fall down
Setting me up on a mission of life

How can I live when I wanna be free
This is my time and these are my needs
It's OK to want before you fall down
Setting me up on a mission of life

You're setting me up on a mission of life 
You're setting me up on a mission of life 
You're setting me up on a mission of life 
Ha!

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Will Young

William Robert "Will" Young (born 20 January 1979) is a British singer-songwriter and actor who came to prominence after winning the 2002 inaugural series of the British music contest Pop Idol, making him the first winner of the now-worldwide Idols-format franchise. His debut single, "Anything Is Possible", was released two weeks after the show's finale and became the fastest-selling debut single in the United Kingdom. Young also came in fifth place in World Idol performing his single Light My Fire. more »

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Written by: STEPHEN LIPSON

Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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15 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Switch It On" is a song by British recording artist Will Young.
Album Details
The song is taken from Young's third studio album, "Keep On", which was released in November 2005.
Chart Success
"Switch It On" peaked at number five on the UK Singles Chart and remained on the chart for 13 weeks, making it one of his successful songs.
Genre
The song demonstrates a move towards a more soulful and powerful sound for Young, in comparison to his earlier pop tracks.
Song Release
The song was released as the album's lead single on November 14, 2005.
Song Credits
"Switch It On" was written by Will Young, Stephen Lipson, Karen Poole, and Ronan Keating.
Music Video
The music video for "Switch It On" is inspired by the James Bond franchise, featuring Young in typical 'secret agent' scenarios.
Radio Premiere
The song was first premiered on UK radio in September 2005.
Song Length
The original version of "Switch It On" has a duration of 3 minutes and 47 seconds.
Additional releases
"Switch It On" was also featured in the deluxe edition of Young's third album "Keep On", released in 2006.
Collaboration
The writing of the song marked one of the few times Young worked with songwriter and Boyzone member, Ronan Keating.
Live Performances
Will Young performed "Switch It On" live at the 2006 BRIT Awards, in a medley with his another single, "All Time Love".
Popular Culture
A remix of "Switch It On" was used as the theme tune for Sky One's football drama series, "Dream Team", in 2006.
Sales
The song sold over 40,000 copies in its first week of release, which contributed to its high chart position.
Digital Availability
"Switch It On" is available for streaming and downloads on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and others.

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