"Step into the Light" | ||||
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Single by Darren Hayes | ||||
from the album This Delicate Thing We've Made | ||||
Released | 8 April 2007 | |||
Recorded | 2006–2007 | |||
Genre | Pop, electronica | |||
Length | 4:57 | |||
Label | Powdered Sugar | |||
Songwriter(s) | Darren Hayes, Robert Conley | |||
Darren Hayes singles chronology | ||||
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"Step into the Light" is a song by Australian singer-songwriter Darren Hayes from his third solo album, This Delicate Thing We've Made . The track was remixed several times and a remix EP was released in April 2007 to promote the album in clubs and pubs. The song became popular in the United States, peaking at #5 on the Hot Dance Club Play chart. The album version of the song was revealed on YouTube in May 2007.
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U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Club Play | 5 [6] |
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