Holding You Down (Goin' In Circles)
Jazmine Sullivan
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(Ladies!) Why can't I find somebody else When I know Know that you're doing wrong Its so hard Hard to let go I done went through just about two bags of tissues baby And you're looking at me like you ain't the issue baby And though I tried to leave I cant stop missing you baby And I keep coming I keep coming back I keep going in circles, circles Round and round And while you're doing me so wrong I just keep holding you down I feel so stupid, foolish Loving you this way But what I can I say But I wanna go I wanna go But I keep coming back Why I'm so confused for you I have no answer boy When I feel so used by you just like a toy Its a shame that you don't care enough To even give me half the love I give to you I live for you baby I'm ashamed to say that I'm to blame for how you act Cause I keep coming I keep coming back I'm going in circles, circles Round and round And while you're doing me so wrong I just keep holding you down I feel so stupid, foolish Loving you this way But what I can I say But I wanna go I wanna go But I keep coming back I cant stop, I cant stop, missing you baby (I cant stop) I stay cause I love you But I hate that I stay You know I won't go That's why you treat me this way I want to be happy Though it hurts me so bad Don't know what it is that keeps me coming back Keep going in circles, circles Round and round And while you're doing me so wrong I just keep holding you down I feel so stupid, foolish Loving you this way But what I can I say But I wanna go I wanna go But I keep coming back Going in circles, circles Round and round And while you're doing me so wrong I just keep holding you down I feel so stupid, so foolish Loving you all this way But what I can I say But I wanna go I wanna go But I keep coming back
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Written by: Sean Combs, Cainon Lamb, Anthony S Cruz, Roy Hammond, Gilbert Alexander Askey, Dave Atkinson, Samuel Barnes, Mary J Blige, Craig Brockman, Douglas Davis, Arlene Devalle, Missy Elliott, Nasir Jones, Inga Marchand, Curtis L Mayfield, Cory Mc Kay, Jean Claude Olivier, Jean Olivier, Jazmine Sullivan, Ricky Walters
Lyrics © SILVER FOX MUSIC GROUP, JELLYBEAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust Ave, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Concept and Message"Holding You Down (Goin' in Circles)" is a song that explores a common theme of love and frustration. The song illustrates the struggle of a woman who finds herself continuously drawn to a partner who isn't good for her.
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Artist BackgroundJazmine Sullivan, the singer of the song, is an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is known for her powerhouse vocals and emotive songwriting, often addressing themes of love, heartbreak, and empowerment.
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Creative DesignThe song heavily samples the 1985 Slick Rick's song “La Di Da Di” and the 1981 song "Juicy Fruit" by Mtume.
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Chart PerformanceReleased as a single in 2010, "Holding You Down (Goin' in Circles)" reached No. 3 on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, showcasing Jazmine Sullivan's commercial appeal.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from music critics, who praised Jazmine Sullivan's soulful vocals, emotive lyrics, and the seamless integration of the samples into the track.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Holding You Down (Goin' in Circles)" is a nostalgic look back at 90s house parties, featuring cameos from a number of well-known faces in the Black entertainment industry, such as Pepa from Salt-N-Pepa, Doug E. Fresh, and Missy Elliott.
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AccoladesThe song was nominated for a Grammy Award in the Best Female R&B Vocal Performance category in 2011, further cementing Jazmine Sullivan as a leading voice in contemporary R&B music.
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InspirationsThe song was created as a means for Sullivan to express her feelings about a personal situation, showcasing the artist's ability to turn real-life experiences into relatable music.
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Collaboration"Holding You Down (Goin' in Circles)" was produced by Missy Elliott and Lamb, highlighting Jazmine Sullivan's notable collaborations throughout her career.
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Album PlacementThe song appears on Jazmine Sullivan's second studio album, "Love Me Back," which was released later in 2010. The album overall garnered strong reviews and demonstrated Sullivan’s exceptional songwriting and vocal abilities.
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