Houdini
Houdini

Dua Lipa - Houdini Lyrics

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This piece is a compelling exploration of the transient nature of relationships and the struggle for commitment. The artist portrays herself as elusive and hard to pin down, referencing the famous magician Houdini, who was known for his daring escapes. This… Read more

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Houdini Lyrics

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I come and I go
Tell me all the ways you need me
I'm not here for long
Catch me or I go Houdini
I come and I go
Prove you got the right to please me
Everybody knows
Catch me or I go Houdini

Time is passin' like a solar eclipse
See you watchin' and you blow me a kiss
It's your moment, baby, don't let it slip
Come in closer, are you readin' my lips?

They say I come and I go
Tell me all the ways you need me
I'm not here for long
Catch me or I go Houdini
I come and I go
Prove you got the right to please me
Everybody knows
Catch me or I go Houdini

If you're good enough, you'll find a way
Maybe you could cause a girl to change her ways
Do you think about it night and day?
Maybe you could be the one to make me stay

Everything you say is soundin' so sweet (ah)
But do you practice everything that you preach? (Ah)
I need something that'll make me believe (ah)
If you got it, baby, give it to me

They say I come and I go
Tell me all the ways you need me
I'm not here for long
Catch me or I go Houdini
I come and I go (I come and I go)
Prove you got the right to please me
Everybody knows (I'm not here for long)
Catch me or I go Houdini

If you're good enough, you'll find a way
Maybe you could cause a girl to change her ways
Do you think about it night and day?
Maybe you could be the one to make me stay

I come and I go
Tell me all the ways you need me
I'm not here for long
Catch me or I go Houdini
I come and I go (I come and I go)
Prove you got the right to please me
Everybody knows (I'm not here for long)
Catch me or I go Houdini

Houdini
Catch me or I go Houdini

Writer(s): Caroline Ailin, Daniel L. Harle, Dua Lipa, Kevin Richard Parker, Tobias MacDonald Jr. Jesso
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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What is the Meaning of Houdini?

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This piece is a compelling exploration of the transient nature of relationships and the struggle for commitment. The artist portrays herself as elusive and hard to pin down, referencing the famous magician Houdini, who was known for his daring escapes. This serves as a metaphor for her own tendency to disappear from relationships. She challenges her partner to prove their worthiness and make her want to stay, suggesting that she's often disappointed by empty words without action. The repeated phrase "Catch me or I go Houdini" emphasizes this point, indicating that she requires substantial effort and sincerity in order to commit. Overall, this song is a powerful commentary on modern dating dynamics, emphasizing the need for genuine connection and effort to sustain a relationship.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who are the producers and writers of 'Houdini' by Dua Lipa?

    The song 'Houdini' was produced by Danny L Harle and Kevin Parker. The song was co-written by Dua Lipa, Danny L Harle, Kevin Parker, Caroline Ailin, and Tobias Jesso Jr.

  2. When was 'Houdini' released as a single?

    'Houdini', the lead single from Dua Lipa's upcoming third studio album, was released on 10 November 2023 through Warner Records.

  3. What is the significance of the song title 'Houdini'?

    The title 'Houdini' is named after the famous escape artist Harry Houdini. In the context of the song, it refers to Dua Lipa's elusive nature as she sings about coming and going and requiring someone to catch her or she'll disappear like Houdini.

  4. How did Dua Lipa tease the release of 'Houdini'?

    Dua Lipa teased the release of 'Houdini' with cryptic social media posts. She deleted all her Instagram posts in October 2023 then posted a picture with red hair captioned 'miss me?'. Later, she shared a close-up picture of a key between her teeth along with the phrase 'catch me or I go'. She also replaced cover art of her previous albums with kaleidoscopic versions on streaming services. On 31 October 2023, she posted a teaser hinting at the song title.

  5. What were some critical responses to 'Houdini'?

    'Houdini' received generally positive reviews from music critics. Helen Brown from The Independent gave the song five out of five stars, while Rhian Daly from NME and Betsy Reed from The Guardian both gave the song four out of five stars. Variety's Jem Aswad declared the song a 'banger' and Kaelen Bell of Exclaim! appreciated that it retained Dua Lipa's disco-pop sensibilities.

  6. What is the concept of the music video for 'Houdini'?

    The music video for 'Houdini', directed by Manu Cossu, is set in a dance studio where a redheaded Dua Lipa performs choreography with a group of redheaded male dancers. According to Vogue, the video appears to reference Madonna's music video for 'Hung Up' (2005).

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