Wait

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About Wait

"Wait" is a song by American pop rock band Maroon 5. It was released on January 16, 2018 to contemporary hit radio as the fourth single from the band's sixth studio album Red Pill Blues (2017). The song was previously released as a promotional single on October 31, 2017 on Halloween. It was written by Adam Levine, John Ryan, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, and Ammar Malik and was produced by Ryan. It served as the third countdown single released from the album following "Whiskey".


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2018
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Dirty looks from your mother
Never seen you in a dress that color, no
It's a special occasion
I'm not invited, but I'm glad I made it, oh

Let me apologize
I'll make up, make up, make up, make up for all those times
Your love, I don't wanna lose
I'm beggin', beggin', beggin', beggin', I'm beggin' you

Wait, can you turn around, can you turn around?
Just wait, can we work this out, can we work this out?
Just wait, can you come here please? 'Cause I wanna be with you
Wait, can you turn around, can you turn around?
Just wait, can we work this out, can we work this out?
Just wait, could you come here please? 'Cause I wanna be with you

Can we talk for a moment?
Got these feelings that I'm tired of holdin' on
Wasn't tryna get wasted
I needed more than three or four to say this, oh

Let me apologize, yeah
I'll make up, make up, make up, make up for all those times (all those times)
Your love, I don't wanna lose
I'm beggin', beggin', beggin', beggin', I'm begging you

Wait, can you turn around, can you turn around?
Just wait, can we work this out, can we work this out?
Just wait, can you come here please? 'Cause I wanna be with you
Wait, can you turn around, can you turn around?
Just wait, can we work this out, can we work this out?
Just wait, could you come here please? 'Cause I wanna be with you

Wait, can we work this out?
I've been thinkin' out loud all day
Don't let me down
Can't live without my bae
And she wanna leave, but I think it's easier
If you let me be
You should come and see me, girl
Just think about it, girl, you should know I still think about you, yeah
I know you're into diamonds, I can tell you everything defined in you

But I'm like wait, can you turn around, can you turn around?
Just wait, can we work this out, can we work this out?
Just wait, can you come here please?
'Cause I wanna be with you
Wait, can you turn around, can you turn around?
Just wait, can we work this out, can we work this out?
Just wait, could you come here please?
'Cause I wanna be with you

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Maroon 5

Maroon 5 is an American pop rock band from Los Angeles, California. While they were in high school, lead vocalist and guitarist Adam Levine, keyboardist Jesse Carmichael, bass guitarist Mickey Madden, and drummer Ryan Dusick formed a garage band called Kara's Flowers and released one album in 1997. After a brief period they re-formed with guitarist James Valentine, and pursued a new, more pop-oriented direction as Maroon 5. In 2002 they released their debut album Songs About Jane, which contained four hit singles: "Harder to Breathe", "This Love", "She Will Be Loved" and "Sunday Morning"; it also enjoyed major chart success, going gold, platinum, and triple platinum in many countries around the world. more »

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Written by: Adam Noah Levine, Ammar Malik, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, John Ryan

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15 facts about this song

Song Release
"Wait" by Maroon 5 was released on October 31, 2017, as part of the band's sixth studio album, 'Red Pill Blues.'
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100, signifying its commercial success and popularity among listeners.
Music Composition
The song is set in the key of B Minor and has a tempo of 126 beats per minute, blending elements of pop-rock and electronic music.
Lyrics Interpretation
The lyrics of "Wait" tackle the theme of a troubled relationship, with the protagonist pleading his lover to give him one more chance to make things right.
Music Video
The music video for "Wait" is popular for its utilization of Snapchat filters, adding to its uniqueness and fun approach. It was released in 2018 and was entirely filmed on a smartphone.
Songwriters
Along with Maroon 5's lead vocalist Adam Levine, other songwriters include Ammar Malik, John Ryan, and Jacob Kasher Hindlin, suggesting a collaborative creative process behind the song.
Album's Concept
The song's parent album 'Red Pill Blues' is inspired by the pop culture reference from The Matrix film, signifying a choice between confronting an unpleasant reality or remaining in blissful ignorance.
Radio Edit
There is a radio edit of the song available that cuts down the time length from 3:11 minutes to 2:54 minutes.
Production Credit
The song is produced by John Ryan and Noah Passovoy. They have worked with Maroon 5 on several of their hits.
Certification
"Wait" has been certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), signifying over one million units sold.
Live Performances
The band has performed the song in various live shows, including 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.' The energy and passion exhibited in these performances have been widely praised.
Critical Reception
The song received mixed to positive reviews from music critics, with some praising its catchy hook and Levine's vocal delivery, while others criticized its production and lyrics.
Remixes
"Wait" has a couple of remixes, including the Chromeo remix and the Slushii remix, providing varied takes on the original track.
Impact on Pop Culture
The Snapchat-themed music video was innovative at the time of its release and subsequently led to other music artists utilizing social media trends in their content creation.
Crossover Success
As with many Maroon 5 songs, "Wait" has also found success across different genres, charting on the Adult Contemporary and Adult Pop Songs charts.

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