Call
Backstreet Boys
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Lemme tell you the story Bout the call that changed my destiny Me and my boys went out Just to end up in misery Was about to go home when There she was standing infront of me And said "Hi, I got a little place nearby Want to go?" I should've said no Someone's waiting for me But I got my coat, called and said Listen baby, I'm sorry Just want to tell you don't worry I will be late Don't stay up and wait for me I said again, your dropping out My battery is low Just so you know We're going to a place nearby Gotta go Now two is done, nothing's been won I can't take it back, what's done is done But what if my friends found out That she wasn't my only one And it eats me from inside That she's not by my side Just because I made that call, yeah Lemme tell you the story Bout the call that changed my destiny Me and my boys went out Just to end up in misery Was about to go home when There she was standing in front of me And said "Hi, I got a little place nearby" Gotta go
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Written by: Martin Max, Rami Yacoub
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"The Call" is a song by the popular American boy band, Backstreet Boys. It was released on February 6, 2001, as the second single from their album "Black & Blue" (2000).
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Musical CompositionThis pop song was written by Max Martin and Rami Yacoub. It was produced by Martin and Kristian Lundin, two well-known names in the music industry.
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Chart SuccessThe song achieved considerable success worldwide, making it to the top 20 in many countries. In the US, it peaked at number 52 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Music VideoThe hauntingly intense music video for "The Call" was directed by Francis Lawrence, who later directed films like "I Am Legend" and "The Hunger Games" series.
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Controversial ElementsAccording to band member AJ McLean, the lyrics of the song were controversial as they tell the story of a man who's cheating on his girlfriend.
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Remix VersionA remixed version of "The Call" known as the "Neptunes Remix" featured on their compilation album "The Hits: Chapter One" (2001). This remix was produced by Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo.
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Live Performances"The Call" has been performed live by the Backstreet Boys in several of their concerts and tours, including the Black & Blue World Tour (2001) and the DNA World Tour (2019-2020).
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Critical ReceptionThe song received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its catchy tune and powerful lyrics, others were critical of its controversial subject matter.
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Pop Culture ReferenceIt has been referenced in popular culture a number of times, including appearances in films like "Bring It On" and TV shows like "Glee".
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Lasting ImpactEven today, "The Call" remains a fan favorite, symbolizing the darker, more adult-oriented direction the Backstreet Boys took with their "Black & Blue" album.
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