Holding You Down (Goin' in Circles)

Jazmine Sullivan

About Holding You Down (Goin' in Circles)

"Holding You Down (Goin' In Circles)" is a song by American singer Jazmine Sullivan. It is the lead single from her second album, Love Me Back. It reached #60 on the Billboard Hot 100 and received a Grammy nomination for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards.


Year:
2010
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(Ladies!)
Why can't I find somebody else
When I know
Know that you're doing wrong
Its so hard
Hard to let go

I done went through just about two bags of tissues baby
And you're looking at me like you ain't the issue baby
And though I tried to leave
I cant stop missing you baby
And I keep coming
I keep coming back

I keep going in circles, circles
Round and round
And while you're doing me so wrong
I just keep holding you down
I feel so stupid, foolish
Loving you this way
But what I can I say
But I wanna go
I wanna go
But I keep coming back

Why I'm so confused for you,
I have no answer boy
When I feel so used by you just like a toy
Its a shame that you don't care enough
To even give me half the love I give to you
I live for you baby
I'm ashamed to say that I'm to blame for how you act
Cause I keep coming
I keep coming back

I'm going in circles, circles
Round and round
And while you're doing me so wrong
I just keep holding you down
I feel so stupid, foolish
Loving you this way
But what I can I say
But I wanna go
I wanna go
But I keep coming back
I cant stop,
I cant stop, missing you baby
(I cant stop)

I stay cause I love you
But I hate that I stay
You know I won't go
That's why you treat me this way
I want to be happy
Though it hurts me so bad
Don't know what it is that keeps me coming back

Keep going in circles, circles
Round and round
And while you're doing me so wrong
I just keep holding you down
I feel so stupid, foolish
Loving you this way
But what I can I say
But I wanna go
I wanna go
But I keep coming back

Going in circles, circles
Round and round
And while you're doing me so wrong
I just keep holding you down
I feel so stupid, so foolish
Loving you all this way
But what I can I say
But I wanna go
I wanna go
But I keep coming back

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Jazmine Sullivan

Jazmine Marie Sullivan (born April 9, 1987) is an American recording artist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is also the protégé of rapper Missy Elliott. Her debut single "Need U Bad" reached number one on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, while her second single, "Bust Your Windows" peaked at number four. Elements of reggae, dub, pop, jazz, Neo soul and doo-wop can be heard in her work. Jazmine cites singers Kim Burrell, Lauryn Hill, Brandy, Dorinda Clark Cole, Lady Saw, and Changing Faces as her biggest influences and inspirations. more »

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Written by: Sean Combs, Cainon Lamb, Anthony S Cruz, Roy Hammond, Gilbert Alexander Askey, Dave Atkinson, Samuel Barnes, Mary J Blige, Craig Brockman, Douglas Davis, Arlene Devalle, Missy Elliott, Nasir Jones, Inga Marchand, Curtis L Mayfield, Cory Mc Kay, Jean Claude Olivier, Jean Olivier, Jazmine Sullivan, Ricky Walters

Lyrics © SILVER FOX MUSIC GROUP, JELLYBEAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust Ave, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Concept and Message
"Holding You Down (Goin' in Circles)" is a song that explores a common theme of love and frustration. The song illustrates the struggle of a woman who finds herself continuously drawn to a partner who isn't good for her.
Artist Background
Jazmine Sullivan, the singer of the song, is an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is known for her powerhouse vocals and emotive songwriting, often addressing themes of love, heartbreak, and empowerment.
Creative Design
The song heavily samples the 1985 Slick Rick's song “La Di Da Di” and the 1981 song "Juicy Fruit" by Mtume.
Chart Performance
Released as a single in 2010, "Holding You Down (Goin' in Circles)" reached No. 3 on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, showcasing Jazmine Sullivan's commercial appeal.
Critical Reception
The song received positive reviews from music critics, who praised Jazmine Sullivan's soulful vocals, emotive lyrics, and the seamless integration of the samples into the track.
Music Video
The music video for "Holding You Down (Goin' in Circles)" is a nostalgic look back at 90s house parties, featuring cameos from a number of well-known faces in the Black entertainment industry, such as Pepa from Salt-N-Pepa, Doug E. Fresh, and Missy Elliott.
Accolades
The song was nominated for a Grammy Award in the Best Female R&B Vocal Performance category in 2011, further cementing Jazmine Sullivan as a leading voice in contemporary R&B music.
Inspirations
The song was created as a means for Sullivan to express her feelings about a personal situation, showcasing the artist's ability to turn real-life experiences into relatable music.
Collaboration
"Holding You Down (Goin' in Circles)" was produced by Missy Elliott and Lamb, highlighting Jazmine Sullivan's notable collaborations throughout her career.
Album Placement
The song appears on Jazmine Sullivan's second studio album, "Love Me Back," which was released later in 2010. The album overall garnered strong reviews and demonstrated Sullivan’s exceptional songwriting and vocal abilities.

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