Side Effects

Album: Believe Me Now? (2023)
Charted: 35
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Songfacts®:

  • Becky Hill unleashes her powerful, soulful vocals on this infectious track. The song explores the intoxicating "side effects" of a past relationship that continually haunts her. Whether she's alone, in the club, or tangled in someone else's sheets, the mere thought of their connection triggers a cascade of emotions. With each step towards moving on, the haunting memories surge back, intensifying the lingering effects.
  • Becky Hill joined forces with her friend and collaborator, the Leeds DJ Lewis Thompson, to craft and unleash "Side Effects." Their creative synergy has produced other notable collaborations, such as the dance anthem "Remember" alongside David Guetta, and "Crazy What Love Can Do" with David Guetta and Ella Henderson.
  • Becky Hill and Lewis Thompson teamed up with their longtime collaborators, songwriter Karen Poole and singer-songwriter and producer MNEK, to write "Side Effects." Jon Shave also lent his production expertise to the track, and MNEK added backing harmonies.
  • Video director KC Locke, known for his work for artists like David Guetta, Ed Sheeran, and Stormzy, took the helm in crafting the song's visual. The clip takes viewers on an odyssey alongside Becky Hill as she embarks on a daring quest to break free from the enduring remnants of a toxic relationship.

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