"Chemicals" is a song by Australian singer and songwriter Dean Lewis. Released in March 2018[1][2] as the fourth and final single from his debut extended play Same Kind of Different (2017). The song had been streamed more than 12 million times prior to the single's release and has been called a "fan favourite".[2][3][4]
| "Chemicals" | ||||
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| Single by Dean Lewis | ||||
| from the EP Same Kind of Different | ||||
| Released | 23 March 2018 | |||
| Length | 3:41 | |||
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| Songwriter(s) | Dean Lewis | |||
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| Dean Lewis singles chronology | ||||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Chemicals" on YouTube | ||||
Lewis said "'Chemicals' was one of those songs that kind of fell from the sky. As in one of those songs that you start writing and the words just come down and it feels complete. It's happened a few times and I'm thankful for when it does as it's not too overthought. To me, Chemicals is that feeling of being addicted to someone and them being around you."[2][5] During a live performance in November 2017, Lewis added "My friends thought this song was about drugs."[6]
Background and release
editLewis first performed "Chemicals" at a house in East London for the renowned UK Mahogany sessions. The YouTube recording received over 100,000 views and it was this recording that led to his signing with Island Records Australia in 2016.[2]
Music video
editThe music video for "Chemicals" was directed by Mick Jones and released on 22 March 2018.[7] The video tracks the relationship of a young couple who are struggling with the concept of being together, and stars Brayden Dalmazzone and Lana Kington.[8]
Reception
editIn a review of the EP, Chelsea King from Forte Magazine said "While some of the tracks blur together, "Chemicals" is a song that stands out for its haunting nature. The lyrics "hold me I'm falling apart" are dappled throughout the song, creating an eerie sense."[9]
Certifications
edit| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (ARIA)[10] | Platinum | 70,000‡ |
| Canada (Music Canada)[11] | Gold | 40,000‡ |
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| Sweden (GLF)[12] | Gold | 4,000,000† |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
References
edit- ^ "News: DEAN LEWIS RELEASES FAN FAVOURITE SINGLE & VIDEO 'CHEMICALS' SUPPORTING SIGRID IN THE US". 27 Magazine. Archived from the original on 5 April 2018. Retrieved 5 April 2018.
- ^ a b c d "DEAN LEWIS Releases Fan Favourite Single & Video 'CHEMICALS'". amnplify. 23 March 2018. Retrieved 5 April 2018.
- ^ "Dean Lewis almost moved our reviewer to tears when he performed in Melbourne". Beat. November 2017. Archived from the original on 5 July 2018. Retrieved 5 July 2018.
- ^ "DEAN LEWIS RELEASES FAN FAVOURITE SINGLE & VIDEO 'CHEMICALS' + SUPPORTING SIGRID IN THE US". Rogue Inc. 23 March 2018. Archived from the original on 11 March 2020. Retrieved 5 July 2018.
- ^ "DEAN LEWIS RELEASES FAN FAVOURITE SINGLE & VIDEO 'CHEMICALS' + SUPPORTING SIGRID IN THE US". The Partae. 25 March 2018. Retrieved 5 July 2018.
- ^ "Dean Lewis, Samsaruh, Jack Gray - Corner Hotel". The Music. 23 November 2017. Retrieved 5 July 2018.
- ^ "Dean Lewis - Chemicals (Official Video)". YouTube. 22 March 2018. Retrieved 5 July 2018.
- ^ "DEAN LEWIS DROPS CHEMICALS". auspOp. 23 March 2018. Retrieved 5 July 2018.
- ^ "Dean Lewis: Same Kind Of Different". Forte. 16 May 2017. Retrieved 5 July 2018.
- ^ "ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2020 Singles" (PDF). Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 22 September 2020.
- ^ "Canadian single certifications – Dean Lewis – Chemicals". Music Canada. Retrieved 26 August 2021.
- ^ "Dean Lewis – Chemicals" (in Swedish). Grammofonleverantörernas förening. Archived from the original on 6 April 2024. Retrieved 17 May 2024.