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Feel So Close
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| "Feel So Close" | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single by Calvin Harris | ||||
| from the album 18 Months | ||||
| Written | 2009 | |||
| Released | 19 August 2011 | |||
| Recorded | Autumn 2010 | |||
| Genre | ||||
| Length | 3:27 | |||
| Label | ||||
| Songwriter | Calvin Harris | |||
| Producer | Calvin Harris | |||
| Calvin Harris singles chronology | ||||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Feel So Close" on YouTube | ||||
"Feel So Close" is a song by Scottish DJ Calvin Harris, released as the second single from his third studio album, 18 Months (2012). In order to have lyrics and be standalone, Harris had to return to singing on this song, after previously stating he had stopped singing in concerts.[1] The song debuted at number two on the UK Singles Chart, becoming Harris's sixth solo top ten single. It also marked his second single to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States—his first being Rihanna's "We Found Love", on which he is featured. The song had sold over 2.17 million copies in the US by the end of 2012.[2]
Background
[edit]Harris shared the story behind "Feel So Close" on 19 August 2021, the tenth anniversary of the song's release.
"I like remembering how it came about, cos at the time I was well confused about what to do with my life/career. At the end of summer 2010 I had played my last gig (Creamfields) with my 'band' and had done enough 'DJ set' gigs to know that I wanted to change the way my music was presented. I needed to stop singing every song as I had all these ideas for female singers and my falsetto just wasn't going to cut it.
So I began producing with a new purpose, excited I could give my songs to real singers and finally move closer to the role I had always dreamt of in music (weird dude in the background who never speaks).
After about 3 months of studio, I visited my record label Columbia and played them Awooga, Bounce and another ok song with a feature that ended up not coming out. The response from the label was overwhelmingly lukewarm; I came out of the meeting wondering if I had made the right decision in changing my path. That's putting it lightly actually I was gutted and my head was spinning, I thought I'd absolutely fucked it. So immediately I headed back to my studio room feeling properly sad but also enough 'fuck it I'll show em I'll sing on one then, and it'll be class' and made Feel So Close in a few hours."[3]
Critical reception
[edit]Robert Copsey of Digital Spy gave the song four out of five stars writing: "'I feel so close to you right now/ It's a force field', he sing-speaks in a clumsy but infatuated manner over melancholic piano chords, before a breezy, lyric-less chorus of squawking electronic sirens and crazy synths bound around like a bucking bronco at a Texas rodeo rave. The result is a wistful yet exhilarating club thumper—and as for those vocals, well, if you want something done right..."[4]
Music video
[edit]The music video for "Feel So Close", directed by Vincent Haycock,[5] premiered on Harris's official YouTube channel on 14 July 2011.[6] As well as depicting Harris watching and sitting with a girl, it also shows various groups of youths dancing, as was the theme of the previous video. It also features the rancher cowboy and his horse, who are featured on the single cover. It was filmed in and around Kern County, California. The truck stop scene was filmed at Astro Burgers, Boron adjacent to Reyes Polish—now Reyes Truck Polishing—in Kramer Junction in San Bernardino County, California; the suburban scene at the intersection of Clark and Lapis Streets, in Rosamond, California; the desert town scene in Randsburg, California.
In popular culture
[edit]One of the first uses of the song was as the music for Team iLuminate's routine on the America's Got Talent finals show of season 6 on 13 September 2011.[7]
"Feel So Close" was featured on the CW series The Secret Circle in the 14th episode of the first season and on The Vampire Diaries in the fourth episode of the fourth season.[8] It was also used in the video game Guitar Hero Live and the trailer to the film Parental Guidance. The song was used for montages on episodes of RTÉ's League of Ireland highlight show Monday Night Soccer in the 2012 season.
In 2013, YouTube star Kurt Hugo Schneider and Coca-Cola teamed up to create music videos featuring creative covers of two 2011 hits namely "Feel So Close" and Of Monsters and Men's "Little Talks" for a campaign called "The Sounds of AHH". "Feel So Close" shows Schneider playing only Coca-Cola bottles, glasses and cans. In this version, he is accompanied by beatboxing cellist Kevin Olusola. Commercial edits of the video aired on the season 13 premiere of American Idol on 14 January 2014 on FOX.[9]
In 2024, the song was used in the series finale of The Talk. In 2025, the song was added to the video game Just Dance 2025 Edition as part of the Just Dance+ subscription service.
The instrumental version of this song is also featured in a commercial for the Samsung Galaxy S5 smartphone,[10] and the soundtrack to The Inbetweeners Movie.
Track listings
[edit]| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Feel So Close" (Radio Edit) | 3:27 |
| 2. | "Feel So Close" (Extended Mix) | 5:30 |
| 3. | "Feel So Close" (Nero Remix) | 4:44 |
| 4. | "Feel So Close" (Benny Benassi Remix) | 5:20 |
| 5. | "Feel So Close" (Dillon Francis Remix) | 5:13 |
| 6. | "Feel So Close" (Nero Dub) | 4:44 |
| 7. | "Feel So Close" (Instrumental) | 3:29 |
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "A1. Feel So Close" (Extended Mix) | 5:30 |
| 2. | "A2. Feel So Close" (Benny Benassi Remix) | 5:22 |
| 3. | "B1. Feel So Close" (Nero Remix) | 4:47 |
| 4. | "B2. Feel So Close" (Dillon Francis Remix) | 5:14 |
Charts
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Weekly charts[edit] |
Year-end charts[edit]
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Certifications
[edit]| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (ARIA)[62] | 9× Platinum | 630,000‡ |
| Brazil (Pro-Música Brasil)[63] | Diamond | 250,000‡ |
| Canada (Music Canada)[64] | 8× Platinum | 640,000‡ |
| Germany (BVMI)[65] | Gold | 150,000‡ |
| Italy (FIMI)[66] | Platinum | 50,000‡ |
| New Zealand (RMNZ)[67] | 5× Platinum | 150,000‡ |
| Norway (IFPI Norway)[68] | Gold | 5,000* |
| Portugal (AFP)[69] | Gold | 10,000‡ |
| Spain (Promusicae)[70] | Platinum | 60,000‡ |
| Sweden (GLF)[71] | Platinum | 40,000‡ |
| Switzerland (IFPI Switzerland)[72] | Gold | 15,000^ |
| United Kingdom (BPI)[73] | 3× Platinum | 1,800,000‡ |
| United States (RIAA)[74] | 3× Platinum | 3,000,000‡ |
| Streaming | ||
| Denmark (IFPI Danmark)[75] | Platinum | 1,800,000† |
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* Sales figures based on certification alone. | ||
Release history
[edit]| Region | Date | Format | Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland[11] | 19 August 2011 | Digital download | |
| United Kingdom[76] | 21 August 2011 | ||
| United States[77] | 14 February 2012 | Mainstream radio | Ultra |
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[edit]Feel So Close
View on GrokipediaBackground and development
Writing and inspiration
"Feel So Close" was written and initially recorded by Calvin Harris in late 2010 at his Fly Eye Studio in London.[3] The track emerged during a transitional phase in Harris's career, after he had been focusing on production and songwriting for other artists.[2] Following a disappointing meeting with his record label, where executives dismissed his new tracks as inadequate, Harris returned to the studio feeling sad but determined to prove them wrong.[11] He created the song in just a few hours, describing it later as a "musical hug" that captured a sense of comfort and euphoria amid his struggles.[12] This process marked a pivotal moment, reigniting his passion for performing and featuring his own vocals on his tracks.[2] As the second single from his 2012 album 18 Months, "Feel So Close" encapsulated this personal and creative renewal.Recording and production
"Feel So Close" was recorded in autumn 2010 at Calvin Harris's Fly Eye Studio in London.[3] Harris produced the track entirely on his own, performing all vocals in falsetto, playing the instruments, and managing the mixing process without any additional session musicians.[13][3] The production featured live instrumentation such as piano and bass guitar, layered with electronic beats to create a comforting, minimalist sound described by Harris as a "musical hug."[14][12] Completed in just a few hours in his studio room after a challenging label meeting, the song showcased Harris's shift toward self-reliant production during a transitional period in his career.[12][15] Subsequent refinements integrated the track into the electronic dance aesthetic of Harris's 2012 album 18 Months, where it appears as the third song with mastering by Mike Marsh.[13]Composition
Musical elements
"Feel So Close" is classified as electronic dance music (EDM) with strong house influences, characteristic of the early 2010s club sound.[4][16] The track runs for 3:27 in its radio edit form, delivering a concise yet energetic composition.[17] Composed in the key of G major at a tempo of 128 beats per minute, the song employs a structure that starts with a melancholic piano introduction to establish an introspective mood before escalating into synth-driven drops.[18][19] This build-up transitions into a lyric-less chorus dominated by squawking electro sirens and hazy layered synthesizers, creating dynamic tension and release typical of electro house.[3][16] The production features a pulsating bassline that drives the rhythm, underpinning Harris's high falsetto vocal hooks to foster an anthemic, euphoric club feel.[20][19]Lyrics and themes
"Feel So Close" features lyrics written entirely by Calvin Harris, who also provides the vocals. The words capture a profound sense of romantic longing and emotional vulnerability, portraying the overwhelming pull of love as an almost tangible presence. Central lines like "I feel so close to you right now, it's a force field" and "I wear my heart upon my sleeve like a big deal" evoke the raw exposure of one's innermost feelings in the face of deep affection.[3][10] The song's themes explore emotional intimacy juxtaposed against underlying isolation, mirroring Harris's own uncertainties during its creation. At the time, Harris was navigating confusion about his career and life while newly relocated to Los Angeles, an experience that infused the track with a confessional authenticity. This personal backdrop underscores the lyrics' depiction of love as a redemptive force amid solitude, transforming vulnerability into a source of connection.[2][10] Structurally, the lyrics adhere to a verse-chorus format, with repetitive hooks that amplify the theme of surrendering to love's enveloping power. Phrases such as "Your love pours down on me, surround me like a waterfall" recur to reinforce the immersive, cascading nature of emotional closeness. Despite the uplifting delivery, melancholic undertones persist, lending depth to the portrayal of love's bittersweet intensity. Harris's falsetto enhances this lyrical intimacy, conveying a fragile yet fervent yearning.[3][10]Release and promotion
Formats and track listings
"Feel So Close" was released in multiple formats, including digital downloads, promotional CD singles, and vinyl records, catering to radio play, club use, and home listening. The standard radio edit runs for 3:27, designed for broadcast and mainstream consumption.[21] An extended mix, lasting 5:30, features prolonged instrumental sections suitable for DJ sets and extended dance floors.[22] These core versions appeared across various releases, with digital EPs bundling the original track alongside remixes and an instrumental variant clocking in at 3:29.[22] Promotional singles included a range of remixes by prominent electronic producers, enhancing the track's versatility in different subgenres. The Nero remix, infused with dubstep elements, lasts 4:44 and emphasizes heavy bass drops and wobbly synths.[23] Benny Benassi's electro-house take extends to 5:20, incorporating pulsating rhythms and filtered vocals characteristic of his style.[21] Dillon Francis's moombahton remix, at 5:13, blends reggaeton-influenced beats with moombahton grooves for a tropical, bass-heavy vibe.[24] A Nero dub version, also 4:44, strips back vocals for a more instrumental, club-oriented mix.[22] These remixes were featured on digital EPs and promotional CDs in select markets, such as the US maxi-single.[25]| Format | Label | Region | Key Tracks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Digital EP (AAC, 256 kbps) | Ultra Records | Global | Extended Mix (5:30), Nero Remix (4:44), Benny Benassi Remix (5:20), Dillon Francis Remix (5:13), Nero Dub (4:44), Instrumental (3:29)[22] |
| CD, Maxi-Single, Promo | Ultra Records | US | Radio Edit, Extended Mix, Nero Remix, Benny Benassi Remix, Dillon Francis Remix, Nero Dub, Instrumental[25] |
| 12" Vinyl, Picture Disc | Sony Music Entertainment UK Ltd. | UK | Extended Mix, Benny Benassi Remix, Nero Remix, Dillon Francis Remix[24] |
