Writing's on the Wall – Sam Smith: 24th Bond Song
The title song Writing's on the Wall from the 24th James Bond film, Spectre (2015), was performed by Sam Smith. The song was written by Sam Smith and Jimmy Napes.
About
- Title: Writing's on the Wall
- Film: Featured as the title song for the twenty-fourth James Bond film, Spectre (2015)
- Performer: Sam Smith
- Composer: Sam Smith, Jimmy Napes
- Release Date: 2015
- Genre: Pop, Ballad
- Theme: Writing's on the Wall captures the essence of vulnerability and introspection central to the Bond franchise. Sam Smith's emotive vocals and the song's haunting melody evoke a sense of melancholy and longing, reflecting the film's themes of love and betrayal.
- Style: Known for its poignant lyrics and Sam Smith's powerful delivery, Writing's on the Wall is a standout Bond theme. The song features lush orchestration and a dramatic build-up, creating a heartfelt and evocative anthem that resonates with listeners.
- Legacy: Writing's on the Wall received critical acclaim and commercial success upon its release, earning numerous awards including the Academy Award for Best Original Song. Sam Smith's captivating performance and the song's emotional depth have solidified its status as a modern classic in the Bond canon.
- Cultural Impact: The song's memorable chorus, "How do I live? How do I breathe? When you're not here, I'm suffocating," has become synonymous with the Bond franchise and is instantly recognizable to fans. Writing's on the Wall has been covered and referenced in various media, contributing to its legacy as a cultural touchstone.
Video
Source: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jzDnsjYv9A.
Lyrics: Writing's on the Wall
I've been here before
But always hit the floor
I've spent a lifetime running
And I always get away
But with you I'm feeling something
That makes me want to stay
I'm prepared for this
I never shoot to miss
But I feel like a storm is coming
If I'm gonna make it through the day
Then there's no more use in running
This is something I gotta face
If I risk it all
Could you break my fall?
[Refrén:]
How do I live? How do I breathe?
When you're not here I'm suffocating
I want to feel love run through my blood
Tell me is this where I give it all up?
For you I have to risk it all
'Cause the writing's on the wall
A million shards of glass
That haunt me from my past
As the stars begin to gather
And the light begins to fade
When all hope begins to shatter
Know that I won't be afraid
If I risk it all
Could you break my fall?
[Refrén:]
How do I live? How do I breathe?
When you're not here I'm suffocating
I want to feel love, run through my blood
Tell me is this where I give it all up?
For you I have to risk it all
'Cause the writing's on the wall
The writing's on the wall
[Refrén:]
How do I live? How do I breathe?
When you're not here I'm suffocating
I want to feel love run through my blood
Tell me is this where I give it all up?
How do I live? How do I breathe?
When you're not here I'm suffocating
I want to feel love, run through my blood
Tell me is this where I give it all up?
For you I have to risk it all
'Cause the writing's on the wall
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Based on the original Czech article: Writing's on the Wall – Sam Smith – titulní píseň ze 24. bondovky Spectre.