Under Control

Ellie Goulding · Halcyon Days [2013]

"Under Control"



I'll never forget that feeling

When I watched you disappear

And you made me stop believing

I could fight away the fear

Now the smoke has cleared

And the end is near

It was my illusion

Like a broken dream I was incomplete

But your love was never the missing piece



I feel like I am dreaming again

I feel like I am seeing again

I feel like I am breathing again

I got it under control

I got it under control

I got it under control



All that's real is faded, like a car into the night

Like painkiller I take it

And I watch the world ignite

Now the smoke has cleared

And the end is near

It was my illusion.

Like a broken dream I was incomplete

But your love was never the missing piece



I feel like I am dreaming again

I feel like I am seeing again

I feel like I am breathing again

I got it under control

I got it under control



I got it under control

I got it under control



I got it under control



I got it under control



I got it under control

I got it under control

I got it under control



I feel like I am dreaming again

I feel like I am seeing again

I feel like I am breathing again

I got it under control

I got it under control

I got it under control



I got it under control

I got it under control

I got it under control

I got it under control

I got it under control

I got it under control

I got it under control

Under Control

Under Control stands as a defining track from Ellie Goulding's 2013 compilation, Halcyon Days. The song captures the artist's signature ethereal pop sound, blending atmospheric production with her distinctive vocal delivery. Released during a period of significant commercial success, the recording reflects the polished, dance-oriented aesthetic that characterized her work following the breakthrough of her debut album. The track explores themes of emotional stability and personal agency, resonating with listeners through its melodic structure and introspective tone. As part of a broader collection of hits, it reinforces Goulding's position within the modern pop landscape, showcasing her ability to craft songs that balance intimate sentiment with broad appeal. The recording remains a notable song in her discography, illustrating the consistent quality and stylistic evolution present throughout her early career.