"Control" is a song by American pop band Metro Station. It was released on December 17, 2007, as the second single from their debut self-titled studio album. The song was released as the debut single in the UK in the spring of 2009.
Background and release "Control" was written by Mason Musso, Trace Cyrus, Blake Healy and Anthony Improgo while production was handled by S*A*M and Sluggo. The band performed the track on AOL Live Sessions.
The song was serviced to alternative radio on December 17, 2007. It was released digitally on August 19, 2008, containing a remix by Weird Science. The song was released as the debut single in the UK in March 2009.
Critical reception Joe DeAndrea of AbsolutePunk.net stated that the track, "starts off as slow but then quickly picks up the pace while a catchy chorus grabs a hold of your ears and doesn't let go." Nat Morris of AltSounds noted that the song has a "'single' vibe to them." Mary Huhn of New York Post called the song, "An inescapable electronic party track." Mackenzie Hall of Alternative Press remarked, "the chorus of 'Control' is the perfect thing to scream along to while speeding along country highways at midnight."
Accolades + Accolades for "Control" Publication Country Accolade Year Rank New York Post United States "Best Songs of 2008" 2008 67
Music video The music video for "Control" was released on February 28, 2008, and was directed by Josh Forbes. The concept of the video showcases a house party taking place, with the band performing the track, as well as guitarist and vocalist Trace Cyrus making out with girls during the song's chorus.
Track listing
Credits and personnel Credits for "Control" adapted from album's liner notes.
Metro Station Mason Musso – lead vocals, rhythm guitar Trace Cyrus – lead guitar, vocals Anthony Improgo – drums Blake Healy – bass, keyboards synthesizer
Production S*A*M and Sluggo – producer Sean Goulding – engineering Scott Riebling – engineering Mark Needham – mixing Will Brierre – assistant engineer Vlado Meller – mastering
Release history + Release history for "Control" Region Date Format Label United States December 17, 2007 Alternative radio Columbia Various August 19, 2008 Sony United Kingdom March 2009 Contemporary hit radio Columbia
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