About the song
“Self Control” by Laura Branigan, a classic hit from the mid-1980s, stands as a defining track in her illustrious career. Featured on her third studio album, also titled “Self Control,” this song marked a significant moment in Branigan’s musical journey and cemented her status as a powerhouse vocalist of her time.
Released in 1984, “Self Control” quickly became a worldwide sensation, showcasing Branigan’s ability to blend emotional intensity with danceable rhythms. The song itself is a cover of the Italian artist Raf’s original, but Branigan’s rendition took it to new heights of popularity. Her powerful voice, combined with the song’s pulsating beat and evocative lyrics, struck a chord with audiences around the globe.
“Self Control” achieved impressive chart success, reflecting its widespread appeal. It reached the top 10 in several countries, including the United States, where it peaked at number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. In Canada, it soared to the number 1 position, while also securing high spots in the charts of countries like Germany, where it hit number 1, and the United Kingdom, where it reached number 5. This broad international acclaim underscored Branigan’s global influence as an artist.
The album “Self Control” itself was a commercial triumph, further establishing Laura Branigan as a prominent figure in the pop and dance music scenes of the 1980s. The album featured other notable tracks such as “The Lucky One” and “Ti Amo,” which also received considerable airplay and contributed to the album’s success.
Laura Branigan’s “Self Control” remains a beloved track, celebrated for its dynamic production, memorable melody, and Branigan’s compelling vocal delivery. Its enduring popularity is a testament to her talent and the song’s timeless appeal, resonating with fans old and new. Whether revisiting the track after decades or discovering it for the first time, listeners continue to be captivated by the energy and emotion that Laura Branigan brought to “Self Control.”
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Lyrics
Oh, the night is my world
City light painted girl
In the day nothing matters
It’s the night time that flatters
In the night, no control
Through the wall something’s breaking
Wearing white as you’re walkin’
Down the street of my soulYou take my self, you take my self control
You got me livin’ only for the night
Before the morning comes, the story’s told
You take my self, you take my self controlAnother night, another day goes by
I never stop myself to wonder why
You help me to forget to play my role
You take my self, you take my self controlI, I live among the creatures of the night
I haven’t got the will to try and fight
Against a new tomorrow, so I guess I’ll just believe it
That tomorrow never comesA safe night, I’m living in the forest of my dream
I know the night is not as it would seem
I must believe in something, so I’ll make myself believe it
This night will never goOh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-ohOh, the night is my world
City light painted girl
In the day nothing matters
It’s the night time that flattersI, I live among the creatures of the night
I haven’t got the will to try and fight
Against a new tomorrow, so I guess I’ll just believe it
That tomorrow never knowsA safe night, I’m living in the forest of a dream
I know the night is not as it would seem
I must believe in something, so I’ll make myself believe it
This night will never goOh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh
You take my self, you take my self control
You take my self, you take my self control
You take my self, you take my self controlYou take my self, you take my self control
You take my self, you take my self control
You take my self, you take my self controlYou take my self, you take my self control
You take my self, you take my self control
You take my self, you take my self control