I Almost Told You That I Loved You

Papa Roach

About I Almost Told You That I Loved You

"I Almost Told You That I Loved You" is the third single from Californian rock band Papa Roach's fifth album, Metamorphosis, and twelfth released single in total.


Year:
2009
3:11
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You know I love it when you're down on your knees
And I'm a junkie for the way that you please
You shut me up when you swallow me down
My back to the wall you're going to town

[Chorus]
I almost told you that I loved you
Thank God I didn't 'cause it would have been a lie
I say the damnedest things when you're on top of me
I almost told you that I loved you

I hate to say it but it has to be said
You look so fragile as I f*ck with your head
I know it shouldn't but it's getting me on
If sex is the drug then what is the cost?

[Chorus]

I'm not the one that you want
Not the one that you need
My love is like a fucking disease

You can give me your hand
You can make your demands
I'm the hardest mother fucker to please

[Chorus]

(I'm not the one that you want)
I almost told you that I loved you
(I'm not the one that you need)
Thank God I didn't 'cause it would have been a lie
(I'm not the one that you want)
I say the damnedest things when you're on top of me
(The one that you need)
I almost told you that I loved you

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Papa Roach

Papa Roach is an American rock band from Vacaville, California. Their first major-label release was the triple-platinum album Infest (2000). The group's success continued with their gold album Lovehatetragedy (2002), their platinum album Getting Away with Murder (2004), The Paramour Sessions (2006), and Metamorphosis (2009). The band's seventh album, Time for Annihilation, was released on August 31, 2010. Papa Roach has sold more than 18 million album copies worldwide, and are known for their songs "Last Resort", "She Loves Me Not", "Getting Away with Murder", "Scars", "...To Be Loved", "Forever", and "Lifeline". more »

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Written by: JACOBY SHADDIX, JAMES MICHAEL, JERRY HORTON, JERRY ALLAN HORTON, TOBIN ESPERANCE

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13 facts about this song

Song Title
One of the darker and more intimate songs by Papa Roach, "I Almost Told You That I Loved You" is a representation of love gone wrong or manipulated.
Band Origin
Papa Roach is an American rock band from California, formed in 1993. They are known for combining elements of rock, metal, and alternative genres in their music.
Album Information
The track "I Almost Told You That I Loved You" is from the band's sixth studio album "Metamorphosis," which was released on March 24, 2009.
Songwriters
The song was written by Tobin Esperance, Jerry Horton, and Jacoby Shaddix, who are all members of Papa Roach.
Lyrics
The lyrics depict a sociopathic or narcissistic character manipulating someone else's feelings. They reflect struggles with honesty, integrity, and love.
Music Video
Although the song was quite popular with fans, it didn't receive a formal music video. Fans instead accompanied it with live footage of the band performing.
Critical Reaction
The lyrical content of "I Almost Told You That I Loved You" was a departure from the band's usual angst-ridden themes, which divided some critics but was largely embraced by fans for its raw honesty.
Song Genre
"I Almost Told You That I Loved You" constitutes a mix of alternative metal, hard rock, and post-grunge genres.
Conceptual Inspiration
Jacoby, the band’s vocalist, stated in many interviews that the song's concept was inspired by an incident involving a close friend.
Notable Performances
The song is frequently performed live by the band and has become a staple highlight in their setlist.
Chart Performance
Despite its popularity, "I Almost Told You That I Loved You" did not chart on the Billboard Hot 100, but it did perform well on rock radio and streaming platforms.
Song Duration
"I Almost Told You That I Loved You" is a relatively short track, running for just over three minutes.
Fan Connection
The song resonated strongly with fans due to its intense authenticity and edge, showcasing Papa Roach's ability to tap into the darker sides of the human experience.

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