Stone (Cyrus song)
2015 single by Cyrus
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"Stone" is the debut and winner's single by Cyrus, the series seven winner of The X Factor Australia. It was released digitally on 24 November 2015 as the lead single from his self-titled debut album. The song debuted at number four on the ARIA Singles Chart. The music video was released on 12 December 2015.[1]
Background and release
"Stone" was written by TMS and Bobby Andonov.[2] After winning The X Factor, "Stone" was released for digital download in Australia on 24 November 2015, as Cyrus's debut and winner's single.[3] The song was released as a CD single three days later.[4]
For the issue dated 30 November 2015, "Stone" debuted at number four on the ARIA Singles Chart from two days of sales.[5][6]
Live performances
Cyrus performed "Stone" live for the first time during The X Factor grand final performance show on 23 November 2015.[7] He performed the song again during the grand final decider show the following day, after he was announced as the winner, where he told the audience; "I want to thank God for blessing me with the gift of music that I've been so blessed to share with you all."[8]
Charts
Certifications
| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (ARIA)[9] | Gold | 35,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
Release history
| Country | Date | Format | Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 24 November 2015 | Digital download[3] | Sony Music Australia |
| 27 November 2015 | CD[4] |