Lions, Tigers & Bears
Jazmine Sullivan
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I'm not scared of lions and tigers and bears (oh my) But I'm scared of (loving you) I'm not scared to perform at a sold out affair (that's right) But I'm scared of (loving you) Am I the only one who thinks an impossible task? Why it don't last? Is that too much to ask? Why do we love Love, when Love seems to hate us? Sorry if I sound so filled with gloom You say you care and I know you do But this is from my experience And my conclusion only makes sense Just cause I love u and u love me, It doesn't mean that that we're meant to be, I can climb mountains, swim cross the seas, But the most frightening thing is you & me! I'm not scared of lions and tigers and bears (oh my) But I'm scared of (loving you) I'm not scared to perform at a sold out affair (that's right) But I'm scared of (loving you) Am I the only one who thinks an impossible task? Why it don't last? Is that too much to ask? Why do we love Love, when Love seems to hate us? Most circumstances I know my fate But in this love thing I don't get the game Why does it feel like those who give in, They only wind up losing a friend? Just cause I love u and u love me, It doesn't mean that that we'll ever be, Fly cross the ocean, sing for the Queen, But the most frightening thing is you & me! I'm not scared of lions and tigers and bears (oh my) But I'm scared of (loving you) I'm not scared to perform at a sold out affair (that's right) But I'm scared of (loving you) Am I the only one who thinks an impossible task? Why it don't last? Is that too much to ask? Why do we love Love, when Love seems to hate us? I'm not sure no, I'm not sure But if we never try we'll never know It's better to have loved than not to love at all But trying is worst than to stumble and fall And if what we do? I'd rather it be with you Cause at least there will be Sweet memories I'm not scared of lions and tigers and bears (oh my) But I'm scared of (loving you) I'm not scared to perform at a sold out affair (that's right) But I'm scared of (loving you) Am I the only one who thinks an impossible task? Why it don't last? Is that too much to ask? Why do we love Love, when Love seems to hate us?
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Written by: Jazmine Sullivan, Salaam Remi
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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8 facts about this song
Album and Release Date"Lions, Tigers & Bears" is a song by American recording artist Jazmine Sullivan. It was released on December 16, 2008, as the third single from her debut album titled "Fearless."
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Songwriters and ProducersThe song was written by Sullivan herself along with renowned music producer Salaam Remi, who also handled the production of the track.
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Chart Performance"Lions, Tigers & Bears" was a critical success and managed to reach a peak position of number 10 on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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Song ThemeThis emotional R&B song discusses the fears that come along with being in love and being vulnerable to another person. The lyrics express the fear of romantic love being as intimidating as lions, tigers, and bears.
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Grammy Nominations"Lions, Tigers & Bears" earned Jazmine Sullivan two Grammy Award nominations at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards – Best Female R&B Vocal Performance and Best R&B Song.
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Music VideoThe music video, directed by Jessy Terrero, was released in early January 2009. In the video, Sullivan is depicted performing in a forest filled with – you guessed it – lions, tigers, and bears.
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Artistic metaphoreThe song is interpreted as a thoughtful exploration of the fear that love can incite in people. By comparing the fear of love to the fear of dangerous animals, the song effectively communicates the sheer strength of these emotions.
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Reactions and ReviewsThe song was highly praised by music critics for its vocal performance, production, and lyrical themes. Many reviewers have noted the powerful emotional resonance of the song in their reviews.
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