Bic Runga - Sway Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'Sway'?

   The song 'Sway' was written by Briolette Kah Runga, better known as Bic Runga, a New Zealand singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.

2. When was 'Sway' released?

   'Sway' was released in 1997 as the second single from Bic Runga's debut studio album, Drive.

3. Did 'Sway' receive any accolades?

   Yes, 'Sway' won three awards at the 32nd New Zealand Music Awards: Single of the Year, Best Songwriter, and Best Engineer.

4. Where did Bic Runga get the inspiration for the title 'Sway'?

   Bic Runga was inspired to title the song 'Sway' after seeing graffiti with the word on a bridge while heading to the airport in Ireland.

5. Has 'Sway' been reinterpreted or covered by other artists?

   Yes, in June 2022, Dutch producer R3hab and Australian singer Amy Shark released a reinterpretation titled 'Sway My Way'.

6. Did 'Sway' chart internationally?

   Yes, 'Sway' charted in several countries. It peaked at No. 7 in New Zealand, No. 10 in Australia, and also charted in Ireland and the United Kingdom in 2004.