"Flames" is a song recorded by British singer-songwriter SG Lewis featuring Australian singer-songwriter Ruel. The song was released on 10 May 2019[1] as the third and final single from his Lewis's fifth extended play Dawn. In a press release, Lewis said "I was put on to Ruel's music about 18 months ago, and watching his growth since then has been amazing. He's got such soul to his voice for someone of his age, it's crazy."[2][3][4]
| "Flames" | ||||
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| Single by SG Lewis featuring Ruel | ||||
| from the EP Dawn | ||||
| Released | 10 May 2019 | |||
| Length | 3:36 | |||
| Label | PMR/Virgin EMI | |||
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| Producer(s) | SG Lewis | |||
| SG Lewis singles chronology | ||||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Flames" on YouTube | ||||
The music video for "Flames" was released on 30 May 2019.[5]
Reception
editKat Bein from Billboard said "'Flames' is smooth and funky, with a slow-jam melody that wafts over a menacing, '80s-style synth rhythm. There are bright moments of almost hymnal quality at the pre-chorus, but the fiery elements lick back up the sides to slow burn the vibe.[2]
Juliette Stuart from Coup de Main Magazine said "The track is chill yet remains upbeat and maiden with synths it manages to be funky yet calm."[6]
Alissa Arunarsirakul from Ones to Watch called the song "electrifying" saying "'Flames' incorporates Ruel's tender vocals and Lewis' warm electronics that remind us of peaceful sunrises after a night of good fun and treasured memories."[7]
Track listing
editDigital download[1]
- "Flames" – 3:33
Digital download[8]
- "Flames" (Lastlings remix) – 4:18
Charts
edit| Chart (2019) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[9] | 35 |
Release history
edit| Country | Date | Format | Label | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Various | 10 May 2019[1] | Digital download, streaming | PMR / Virgin EMI | original |
| United States | 21 June 2019[10] | Jasmine Music | ||
| Various | 9 August 2019[8] | PMR / Virgin EMI | Lastlings Remix |
References
edit- ^ a b c "Flames (single featuring Ruel) by SG Lewis". iTunes Store. Retrieved 5 July 2019.
- ^ a b "SG Lewis & Ruel Ride Dark Synth Waves Toward Dawn On 'Flames': Listen". Billboard. 10 May 2019. Retrieved 5 July 2019.
- ^ "Sg Lewis Unveils New Single, 'Flames'". Broadway World. 10 May 2019. Retrieved 5 July 2019.
- ^ "SG Lewis teams up with Ruel to drop blazing new single "Flames"". Ear Milk. 10 May 2019. Retrieved 5 July 2019.
- ^ "SG Lewis – Flames ft. Ruel". 30 May 2019. Retrieved 5 July 2019 – via YouTube.
- ^ "SG LEWIS AND RUEL DROP 'FLAMES'". Coup de Main Magazine. 14 May 2019. Retrieved 5 July 2019.
- ^ "Jump Straight into SG Lewis' & Ruel's Fire with "Flames"". Ones to Watch. 10 May 2019. Retrieved 5 July 2019.
- ^ a b "Flames Lastings Remix (single featuring Ruel) by SG Lewis". iTunes Store. Retrieved 3 September 2019.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart for the chart dated 19 May 2019". Recorded Music NZ. 19 May 2019. Retrieved 22 February 2022.
- ^ "Flames single at amazon". Retrieved 5 July 2019.