- "Push, press, more, less"
—Jessie Ware
"Buttons" is the fourteenth track from Sia's fourth studio album, Some People Have Real Problems. It is a hidden track on the international version with "Lullaby," and a bonus track on the Australian version. The song serves as the album's fourth and final single, released on 25 November 2008.
Prior to its inclusion in Some People Have Real Problems, it appeared in Sia's Day Too Soon EP.
Critical reception[]
In a review of the album We Are Born, Bradley Stern of MuuMuse said "Bubblier up-tempos, such as 'Buttons' ... demonstrated Sia's ability to go beyond the realm of the ballad."
Track listing[]
- The Remixes (US)
- Buttons (Jimmy Vallance Edit) – 2:58
- Buttons (Jimmy Vallance Remix) – 7:02
- Buttons (Chris Lake Remix) – 6:42
- Buttons (Chris Lake Dub) – 6:40
- Buttons (Markus Schulz Coldharbour Remix) – 6:57
- Buttons (Markus Schulz Coldharbour Dub) – 6:15
- New Zealand Version
- Buttons (Bart Hendrix Deep Dope Remix) – 6:10
- The Remixes (International)
- Buttons (Jimmy Vallance Edit) – 2:58
- Buttons (Original Mix) – 7:02
- Buttons (Chris Lake Vocal Mix) – 6:42
- Buttons (Markus Schulz Vocal Mix) – 6:57
- Buttons (CSS Remix) – 3:26
- Buttons (Filterheadz Remix) – 7:45
- Buttons (Chris Lake Dub Mix) – 6:40
- Buttons (Markus Schulz Dub Mix) – 6:15
Chart performance[]
The single "Buttons" and the album Some People Have Real Problems both debuted on their respective ARIA charts on the week commencing 6 April 2009. This was a result of a combination of Sia completing her first Australian tour, with television and other appearances (including one in Sydney's iTunes store).
Weekly charts[]
| Chart | Peak Position |
|---|---|
| Australia (ARIA) | 61 |
| Australian Artists (ARIA) | 14 |
| (ARIA) Hit Seekers | 1 |
Music video[]
Sia - Buttons
The music video was very controversial due to Sia's face being distorted by pegs, string, net and condoms. Due to the negative comments about her appearance, Sia blogged about the disappointment of reading this, specifically referencing reading about her snaggletooth. This video was one of her most recognisable clips at the time.
Lyrics[]
You got me pushing imaginary buttons
Step away from me lover, away from me lover
You got me counting imaginary school children
Get away from me lover, away from me lover
Yes I can see that your carpet is animated
Walk away from me lover, away from me lover
Yes I see open wounds in everyone I've dated
Away from me lover, get away from me lover
I am no good for you
I'm seeing ghosts in everything I do
I am no good for you
I'm seeing ghosts in everything I do
I am no good for you
I'm seeing ghosts in everything I do
I am no good for you
I'm seeing ghosts in everything I do
You got me turning all the lights on and off
Walk away from me lover, away from me lover
When will you see that I am carrying this stuff?
Walk away from me lover, away from me lover
Can't you see that I am losing my marbles?
It's marvellous losing another, losing another
I am no good for you
I'm seeing ghosts in everything I do
I am no good for you
I'm seeing ghosts in everything I do
I am no good for you
I'm seeing ghosts in everything I do
I am no good for you
I'm seeing ghosts in everything I do
Walk away from me lover, away from me lover
Get away from me lover, away from me lover
Step away from me lover, away from me lover
Walk away from me lover, away from me lover
See also: Some People Have Real Problems[]
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