How I Wrote That Song: James Arthur "Say You Won't Let Go"

CLIP04/25/17

James Arthur shares the image of love that inspired "Say You Won't Let Go" and which lyric from the song sticks with him the most.

Talk and Interview Late Night Web Exclusive

Appearing:Jimmy Fallon

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Tags: The Tonight Show, Jimmy Fallon, How I Wrote That Song, James Arthur, Say You Won't Let Go

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