Hold It Against Me

Britney Spears

About Hold It Against Me

"Hold It Against Me" is a song performed by American singer Britney Spears for her seventh studio album, Femme Fatale (2011). It was written and produced by Max Martin, Dr. Luke and Billboard, with additional writing by Bonnie McKee. Luke explained that he wanted "Hold It Against Me" to sound unlike his previous productions. The song was originally offered to Katy Perry, but Luke and Martin felt that it did not suit her. A demo version of the track by McKee was leaked on January 6, 2011, and the single became available for streaming on January 10, 2011. It was released the following day. Musically, "Hold It Against Me" blends pulsating industrial and dance beats with elements of trance. The chorus has lilting synths that lift her vocals and contrast them with the hard beats. The song features a dubstep-influenced breakdown, in which Spears moans and blows kisses, and the song ends with a final chorus with elements of rave. The lyrics portray the singer seducing someone on the dancefloor, and the chorus revolves around pick-up lines. After the song was released, The Bellamy Brothers criticized it for being similar to their 1979 hit "If I Said You Had a Beautiful Body Would You Hold It Against Me". They were sued by Martin, Luke, McKee and Billboard for defamation and libel, but the case was dismissed after The Bellamy Brothers apologized. McKee stated in an interview that the title was inspired by a discussion she had with Katy Perry about the latter's body."Hold It Against Me" was well received by most critics, although some criticized its lyrical content. The song debuted at number one in Belgium (Wallonia), Canada, Denmark, Finland and New Zealand, as well as on the US Billboard Hot 100, where it became her fourth chart topper. In the latter, it made Spears the second artist in Billboard's history to debut at number one more than once, and to achieve that with a second consecutive single, both behind Mariah Carey. The feat also made her the seventh artist to score number one singles in three consecutive decades. The single has also charted in the top five in countries such as Australia, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, Finland and Norway. 


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Hey, over there
Please, forgive me
If I'm comin' on too strong
Hate to stare
But, you're winnin'
And they're playin' my favorite song
So, come here
A little closer
Wanna whisper in your ear
Make it clear
A little question
Wanna know just how you feel

If I said my heart was beating loud
If we could escape the crowd somehow
If I said I want your body now
Would you hold it against me?
'Cause, you feel like paradise
And I need a vacation tonight
So, if I said I want your body now
Would you hold it against me?

Hey, you might think
That I'm crazy
But, you know I'm just your type
I might be
Little hazy
But, you just cannot deny
There's a spark
In between us
When we're dancin' on the floor
I want more
Wanna see it
So, I'm askin' you tonight

If I said my heart was beating loud
If we could escape the crowd somehow
If I said I want your body now
Would you hold it against me?
'Cause, you feel like paradise
And I need a vacation tonight
So, if I said I want your body now
Would you hold it against me?

If I said I want your body
Would you hold it against me?
Yeah, uh-huh, oh

Give me somethin' good
Don't wanna wait
I want it now
Pop it like a hood
And show me how you work it out

Alright
If I said my heart was beating loud
If I said I want your body now
Would you hold it against me?

If I said my heart was beating loud
If we could escape the crowd somehow
If I said I want your body now
Would you hold it against me?
'Cause, you feel like paradise
And I need a vacation tonight
So, if I said I want your body now
Would you hold it against me?

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Britney Spears

Britney Jean Spears (born December 2, 1981) is an American recording artist and entertainer. Born in McComb, Mississippi, and raised in Kentwood, Louisiana, she began performing as a child, landing acting roles in stage productions and television shows. She signed with Jive Records in 1997 and released her debut album ...Baby One More Time in 1999, which became the best-selling album by a teenage solo artist. During her first decade in the music industry, she became a prominent figure in mainstream popular music and popular culture, followed by a much-publicized personal life. Her first two albums established her as a pop icon and broke sales records, while title tracks "...Baby One More Time" and "Oops!... I Did It Again" became international number-one hits… more »

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Written by: LUKASZ GOTTWALD, MATHIEU JOMPHE, MAX MARTIN, BONNIE LEIGH MCKEE

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12 facts about this song

Chart-topping success
"Hold It Against Me" debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making Britney Spears one of the few artists to have multiple songs debut at the top.
Songwriter Royalties
The song was written by Bonnie McKee, Lukasz "Dr. Luke" Gottwald, Max Martin, and Mathieu Jomphe.
2011 Release
The song was released as the lead single off her seventh studio album, "Femme Fatale", on January 10, 2011.
Popular Music Video
The music video for "Hold It Against Me" was directed by Jonas Åkerlund and debuted in February 2011. It reached more than 19 million views on Vevo within five days of its release.
Signature Sound
The song maintains Britney's signature pop sound but also incorporates elements of dubstep, a genre that was gaining popularity at the time of the song's release.
Lyrics Interpretation
The lyrics to "Hold It Against Me" cleverly play on the classic pick-up line, "If I said you had a beautiful body, would you hold it against me?"
Commercial Success
The song got platinum certifications in Canada and Australia, and gold certifications in Denmark, New Zealand, and the United States, showing its wide global appeal.
Fast-selling Single
Within its first week, the track sold 411,000 digital copies, breaking records at the time.
Mixed Reviews
Despite its commercial success, "Hold It Against Me" received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its catchy melody and club-friendly beats, while others felt it didn't stand out among Spears' discography.
Choreographed Dance
The music video included a heavily choreographed dance sequence, a staple in many of Britney Spears' videos. Despite rumors of a body double being used for the more complex routines, these claims were dismissed by her team.
Controversial Product Placement
The music video for "Hold It Against Me" was critiqued for its obvious product placements which included brands like Sony and PlentyOfFish. Even though product placement isn't uncommon in music videos, the amount in this video was considered excessive by some critics.
Accusation of Plagiarism
The song was accused of plagiarizing "If I Said You Had a Beautiful Body Would You Hold It Against Me" by The Bellamy Brothers. However, this accusation didn't hold in court.

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