About the song
Let me introduce you to the captivating world of “Self Control” by Laura Branigan, a timeless gem that has left its mark on music lovers across generations.
Crafted by the talented Italian composers Giancarlo Bigazzi, Raffaele Riefoli, and Steve Piccolo, “Self Control” first graced the airwaves in 1984 as the titular track of Laura Branigan’s album of the same name. Branigan’s powerful vocals, coupled with the song’s pulsating beats and catchy melody, propelled it to the summits of music charts worldwide.
The song quickly became a sensation, climbing the charts in numerous countries, including the United States, where it peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Its infectious rhythm and Branigan’s emotive delivery struck a chord with audiences, earning it a well-deserved place in the hearts of music enthusiasts everywhere.
“Self Control” not only showcased Branigan’s exceptional vocal prowess but also solidified her status as a pop icon of the 1980s. The song’s success helped propel the album to great heights, with “Self Control” reaching No. 23 on the Billboard 200 chart and earning Branigan a Grammy nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.
Decades may have passed since its release, but “Self Control” remains a cherished classic, its allure undiminished by time. Its enduring popularity serves as a testament to the timeless appeal of Branigan’s music and the indelible mark she left on the world of pop. So, sit back, hit play, and let Laura Branigan’s “Self Control” transport you to a realm where the music reigns supreme.
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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 soul
You 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 control
Another 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 control
I, 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 comes
A safe night (you take my self, you take my self control)
I’m living in the forest of my dream (you take my self, you take my self control)
I know the night is not as it would seem (you take my self, you take my self control)
I must believe in something
So I’ll make myself believe it (you take my self, you take my self control)
This night will never go
Oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh…
Oh, the night is my world
City light painted girl
In the day nothing matters
It’s the night time that flatters
I, 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
Tomorrow never knows
A safe night (you take my self, you take my self control)
I’m living in the forest of my dream (you take m yself, you take my self control)
I know the night is not as it would seem (you take m yself, you take my self control)
I must believe in something
So I’ll make myself believe it (you take my self, you take my self control)
This night will never go
Oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh…
You take my self, you take my self control (oh-oh-oh)
You take my self, you take my self control (oh-oh-oh)
You take my self, you take my self control (oh-oh-oh)
You take my self, you take my self control (oh-oh-oh)
You take my self, you take my self control (oh-oh-oh)
You take my self, you take my self control (oh-oh-oh)
You take my self, you take my self control (oh-oh-oh)
You take my self, you take my self control (oh-oh-oh)