Tug of War
Carly Rae Jepsen
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You seem to good To good to be true You're holding me stronger Stronger then I'm used to Don't go out with the boys tonight I won't sleep a wink Wondering what you're doing Don't go out with the girls tonight I will turn to drink Wondering who you're screwing Tug of War Sweet as sin I let go I fell in Feel the pull Call your name I'm alone Once again You seem to good To good to be true I'm loving you longer Longer then I'm used to Don't go out with the boys tonight I won't sleep a wink Wondering what you're doing Don't go out with the girls tonight I will turn to drink Wondering who you're screwing
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Written by: Carly Rae Jepsen, Ryan Stewart
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10 facts about this song
Album Information"Tug of War" is the title track of the debut album from Canadian singer-songwriter Carly Rae Jepsen which was released on September 30, 2008.
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Ascension to FameJepsen gained significant attention after she placed third in the Canadian reality television series "Canadian Idol" in 2007. Her participation in the show paved the way for her to release "Tug of War".
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GenreThe song draws more from folk and pop influences unlike her later synth-pop and dance-pop style as seen in her popular song "Call Me Maybe".
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Song WritingJepsen co-wrote the title track "Tug of War" with Ryan Stewart, who also produced the track.
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Commercial PerformanceThe album "Tug of War" debuted at number six on the Billboard Canadian Albums Chart.
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Single ReleaseThe song "Tug of War" was released as the second single from the album on July 7, 2009.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Tug of War" showcases Carly Rae Jepsen at the beach with her lover and friends, reflecting the song's playful yet emotional theme.
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Song ThemeThe song references the metaphor of a tug of war to explore the ups and downs of a romantic relationship.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised “Tug of War” for its catchy pop hooks and Carly’s charming vocals, making a strong debut in her music career.
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Award RecognitionThe album received a Juno nomination for "Best New Artist" in 2010. Although it didn't win, this recognition brought more attention to Jepsen's music.
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