I Want It That Way
Backstreet Boys
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Yeah-eh-heah You are, my fire The one, desire Believe, when I say I want it that way But we, are two worlds apart Can't reach to your heart When you say That I want it that way Tell me why Ain't nothin' but a heartache Tell me why Ain't nothin' but a mistake Tell me why I never want to hear you say I want it that way Am I, your fire? Your one, desire Yes I know, it's too late But I want it that way Tell me why Ain't nothin' but a heartache Tell me why Ain't nothin' but a mistake Tell me why I never want to hear you say I want it that way Now I can see that we've fallen apart From the way that it used to be, Yeah No matter the distance I want you to know That deep down inside of me You are, my fire The one, desire You are (You are, you are, you are) Don't want to hear you say Ain't nothin' but a heartache Ain't nothin' but a mistake (Don't want to hear you say) I never want to hear you say I want it that way Tell me why Ain't nothin' but a heartache Tell me why Ain't nothin' but a mistake Tell me why I never want to hear you say I want it that way Tell me why Ain't nothin' but a heartache Ain't nothin' but a mistake Tell me why I never want to hear you say (Never want to hear you say it) I want it that way 'Cause I want it that way
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Written by: Andreas Mikael Carlsson, Martin Karl Sandberg
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Band & Release"I Want It That Way" is performed by the American pop boy band, Backstreet Boys. The song was released on April 12, 1999.
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Song's AlbumThe song is part of their third studio album, "Millennium" which was released in May 1999.
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Chart Performance"I Want It That Way" reached number 1 in more than 25 countries.
- It peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
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Awards & NominationsThe song got nominated for three Grammys at the 42nd Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
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Music VideoThe music video, directed by Wayne Isham, has been equally iconic. It was shot at Los Angeles International Airport.
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Songwriters & ProducersThe song was written by Andreas Carlsson and Max Martin, who also produced the track along with Kristian Lundin.
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Song's Lyrics"I Want It that Way" is known for its elusive lyrics which seem to defy logic and clear interpretation. The band members themselves have admitted that the lyrics don't make much sense.
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Cultural ImpactMore than two decades after its release, the song remains a popular and frequently referenced track in pop culture.
- It has appeared in multiple TV shows and movies, including Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Magic Mike, and Friends with Benefits.
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Fan FavouriteThe song is considered the band’s signature song and is a fan favorite at concerts. The band frequently closes out their shows with this power ballad.
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RecognitionsThe song was ranked at number 10 on MTV's list of the 100 Greatest Pop Songs.
- Rolling Stone named "I Want It That Way" one of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
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