Again

Janet Jackson

About Again

"Again" is a song by American singer Janet Jackson, appearing first as the closing song to the 1993 film Poetic Justice, and later included on Jackson's fifth album Janet (1993). Written and produced by Jackson and Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, the ballad was released as the album's third single in October 12, 1993 by Virgin Records, and talks about the reconnection with an old friend. Originally an experimental sound Jam and Lewis was considering for the album, they did not give the song serious contemplation until the film producers from Poetic Justice requested a ballad for the soundtrack. Critics were divided with "Again". Some critics gave it props as a highlight from the Janet album and a classic, while other critics responded negatively to its sentimental lyrical content. However, "Again" became a commercial success, topping the US Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks in late 1993, while also reaching the top-ten in Canada, Sweden and the United Kingdom, and reaching the Top 20 elsewhere. 


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I heard from a friend today
And she said you were in town
Suddenly the memories came back to me in my mind

"How can I be strong?" I've asked myself
Time and time I've said
That I'll never fall in love with you again

A wounded heart you gave
My soul you took away
Good intentions you had many
I know you did
I've come from a place that hurts
And God knows how I've cried
And I never want to return
Never fall again

Making love to you
Oh, it felt so good and
Ooh, so right

"How can I be strong?" I've asked myself
Time and time I've said
That I'll never fall in love with you again

So here we are alone again
Didn't think it'd come to this
And to know it all began
With just a little kiss
I've come too close to happiness
To have it swept away
Don't think I can take the pain
Never fall again

Kinda late in the game but my heart is in
Your hands
Don't you stand there and then
Tell me you love me then leave again
'Cause I'm falling in love with
You again

Hold me
Hold me
Don't ever let me go
Say it just one time
Say you love me
God knows I do love you
Again

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Janet Jackson

Janet Damita Jo Jackson (born May 16, 1966) is an American recording artist and actress. Known for a series of sonically innovative, socially conscious and sexually provocative records, as well as elaborate stage shows, television and film roles, she has been a prominent figure in popular culture since the early 1970s. The youngest child of the Jackson family, she began her career appearing on the variety television series The Jacksons in 1976 and went on to appear in other television shows throughout the 1970s and early 1980s, including Good Times and Fame. more »

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Written by: Terry Lewis, James Harris Iii, Janet Jackson

Lyrics © Songtrust Ave, JANET JACKSON DBA BLACK ICE, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Album Background
"Again" is a song by American pop singer-songwriter Janet Jackson, it was released on October 12, 1993, as a single from her fifth studio album, "janet."
Chart Success
The song did exceptionally well on the charts. It reached number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 charts becoming her seventh number one single on the chart.
Grammy Nomination
"Again" was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 37th Grammy Awards held in 1995.
Song Composition
The song is written and composed by Janet Jackson, James Harris III, and Terry Lewis. Its lyrics speak of coming to terms with the ending of a romantic relationship.
Movie Featured
"Again" is also known for being included in the soundtrack of the 1993 film "Poetic Justice" starring Janet Jackson and Tupac Shakur.
Music Video
The music video for "Again", directed by René Elizondo Jr., received two nominations at the 1994 MTV Video Music Awards for "Best Female Video" and "Best R&B Video."
Recording Versions
There are two versions of the song, the original album version and the film version. The film version features a spoken intro and outro as well as a different musical arrangement.
Worldwide Recognition
Beyond the US chart success, "Again" also achieved success globally, reaching number one in Canada, and the top five in the UK, and New Zealand.
Platinum Status
Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) certified the single Platinum indicating the sale of over 1 million units in the United States.
Lyrics Popularity
Making a cultural impact, the lyrics "I heard from a friend today and she said you were in town. Suddenly the memories came back to me in my mind" are among the most recognized lyrics from the song.

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