Want You Back
HAIM
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Some things are long forgotten Some things were never said We were on one endless road But I had a wandering heart I said we were opposite lovers (Said it from the beginning) you kept trying to prove me wrong (Said you'd always see it through) and I know that I ran you down So you ran away with your heart But just know that I want you back Just know that I want you back Just know that I want you, I'll take the fall and the fault in us I'll give you all the love I never gave before I left you Just know that I want you back Just know that I want you back Just know that I want you, I'll take the fall and the fault in us I'll give you all the love I never gave before I left you I know it's hard to hear it And it may never be enough But don't take it out on me now 'Cause I blame it all on myself And I had a fear of forgiveness (Said it from the beginning) I was too proud to say I was wrong (Said you'd always see me through) but all that time is gone No more fearing control, I'm ready for the both of us now So just know that I want you back So just know that I want you back Just know that I want you, I'll take the fall and the fault in us I'll give you all the love I never gave before I left you Just know that I want you back (just know that I want you) Just know that I want you back (just know that I want you) Just know that I want you, I'll take the fall and the fault in us I'll give you all the love I never gave before I left you (just know that I want you back, baby) Just know that I want you back Just know that I want you back Just know that I want you, I'll take the fall and the fault in us (you back) I'll give you all the love I never gave before I left you (you back) Just know that I want you back Just know that I want you back Just know that I want you, I'll take the fall and the fault in us (you back) I'll give you all the love I never gave before I left you (you back) Just know that I want you back Just know that I want you back Just know that I want you I'll take the fall and the fault in us I'll give you all the love I never gave before I left you Just know that I want you back (just know that I want you) Just know that I want you back (just know that I want you) Just know that I want you, I'll take the fall and the fault in us I'll give you all the love I never gave before I left you (just know that I want you back, baby) (Just know that I want you) (Just know that I want you back, baby) I'll take the fall and the fault in us, I'll give you all the love I never gave before I left you (you back)
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Written by: Alana Mychal Haim, Ariel Zvi Rechtshaid, Danielle Sari Haim, Este Arielle Haim
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Release"Want You Back" by HAIM was officially released on May 3, 2017, serving as the lead single from their second studio album, "Something to Tell You" (2017).
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GenreThe song falls under the pop-rock genre, characterised by its piano-driven melody, coupled with an upbeat rhythm and strong vocals.
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ProductionEste Haim, Danielle Haim and Alana Haim of the band HAIM teamed up with Ariel Rechtshaid to write and produce the song.
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Commercial SuccessWhile the song did not reach the top of the charts, it was well-received, peaking at number 75 on the UK Singles Chart and number 94 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
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Critical AcclaimSeveral music critics praised the song, commending its lyrical depth and catchy melody. Multiple publications included it on their "Best of 2017" lists, such as Rolling Stone and Billboard.
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Live PerformancesHAIM premiered "Want You Back" on May 13, 2017 during their performance on Saturday Night Live.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Want You Back", released on June 22, 2017, was directed by Jake Schreier. The video features the HAIM sisters performing a synchronized dance routine on a deserted street in Sherman Oaks, California.
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MeaningThe song's lyrics are about experiencing a breakup and regretting the loss, wishing for the relationship to reignite. The HAIM sisters have admitted that many of their songs, including "Want You Back", are inspired by their personal experiences.
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InspirationThe musical style of "Want You Back" has often been compared to that of 1970s soft rock bands, suggesting inspiration from that era.
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ReceptionDespite not reaching the top of the charts, "Want You Back" was received positively by fans. The emotional lyrics and catchy melody resonated with a wide audience, further establishing HAIM as significant contributors in the pop-rock genre.
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