Step into the tender world of Olivia Dean with “Close Up,” a soul-stirring gem from her upcoming second studio album The Art of Loving, set to drop on September 26, 2025. Known for her velvety R&B and raw storytelling in hits like “Dive” and “Nice To Each Other,” Olivia crafts a delicate, heart-wrenching narrative in “Close Up.” Lyrics like “Did I Misread Completely Every Single Touch?” and “How Can You Get Close To Someone You Keep Out Of Reach?” lay bare the ache of unreturned love, wrapped in her signature soulful glow. Unlike the upbeat “Man I Need,” this track dives into vulnerability, with soft melodies that linger like a whispered confession.
Fans on X are calling The Art of Loving Olivia’s most intimate work yet, and “Close Up” proves why, blending introspection with universal longing. As she prepares to captivate global stages, this song is a must for anyone who’s ever questioned love’s signals. Explore the Close Up lyrics below and feel its tender pulse. Don’t miss other The Art of Loving tracks for more Olivia Dean magic.
| Lead Vocals | Olivia Dean |
| Songwriter | Olivia Dean, Bastian Langebæk & Max Wolfgang |
| Music Producer | Zach Nahome, Matt Zara, John Ryan & Julian Bunetta |
| Label | Capitol Records UK & Polydor Records |
| Release Date | September 26, 2025 |
| Song Language | English |
| Copyright © | Capitol Records UK, Polydor Records & Universal Music Group |
Lyrics of Close Up by Olivia Dean
[Verse 1]
I, I Don’t Know If You’ll Call Me Again
Chasing Rabbits Don’t Usually End
With Happy Ever After
And You Make Reality Feel So Bizarre
Just Because Of The Person You Are
And I’m Asking All The Questions, Like
[Pre-chorus]
“How Can You Get Close To Someone You Keep Out Of Reach?”
Where Does That Leave Me?
[Chorus]
‘Cause You Don’t Make It Easy, Now I Won’t Close Up
I Can’t Tell If You Need Me Or Want Me All That Much
Did I Misread Completely Every Single Touch?
Do You Even See Me?
[Verse 2]
Now I’m More Than A Voice On The Phone
Now I’m Here And We’re Finally Alone
Why Do We Feel So Distant?
You’re Treating Me Like I’m One Of The Rest
I Feel Stupid For Wearing That Dress
Yeah, I Guess I Saw Something You Didn’t, And
[Pre-Chorus]
How Can You Get Close To Someone You Keep Out Of Reach?
And Where Does That Leave Me?
[Chorus]
‘Cause You Don’t Make It Easy, Now I Won’t Close Up
I Can’t Tell If You Need Me Or Want Me All That Much
Did I Misread Completely Every Single Touch?
Do You Even See Me?
Mm-mm, Mm
‘Cause You Don’t Make It Easy, Now I Won’t Close Up
I Can’t Tell If You Need Me Or Want Me All That Much
Did I Misread Completely Every Single Touch?
Do You Even See Me?
[Outro]
Ba-ba, Ba-ba, Ba, Ba, Ba
Ba-ba, Ba-ba, Ba, Ba
And Now I’m All Close Up
(Ba-ba, Ba-ba, Ba, Ba, Ba)
Didn’t Know It Looked Like Love
(Ba-ba, Ba-ba, Ba, Ba)
And Now I’m All Close Up
(Ba-ba, Ba-ba, Ba, Ba, Ba)
Didn’t Know It Looked Like Love
Mm, Mm-mm-mm-mm, Mm-mm
