Incomplete
Backstreet Boys
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Empty spaces fill me up with hopes Distant faces with no place left to go Without you within me I can't find no rest Where I'm going is anybody's guess I tried to go on like I never knew you I'm awake but my world is half asleep I pray for this heart to be unbroken But without you all I'm going to be is incomplete Voices tell me I should carry on But I am swimming in an ocean all alone Baby, my baby, it's written on your face You still wonder if we made a big mistake I tried to go on like I never knew you I'm awake but my world is half asleep I pray for this heart to be unbroken But without you all I'm going to be is incomplete I don't mean to drag it on But I can't seem to let you go I don't want to make you face this world alone I want to let you go I tried to go on like I never knew you I'm awake but my world is half asleep I pray for this heart to be unbroken But without you all I'm going to be is incomplete Incomplete
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Written by: ROB FUSARI, CALVIN GAINES, DAN MUCKALA, BILL LEE, KARI KIMMEL, JESS CATES, SABELLE BREER, LINDY ROBBINS, JESS CLAYTON CATES, DANIEL JOHN MUCKALA, KARI MEREDYTH KIMMEL, WILLIAM E. LEE
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22 facts about this song
Release Details"Incomplete" was released as the lead single from Backstreet Boys' fifth studio album, "Never Gone".
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 13 on the US Billboard Hot 100, making it the band's last Top 20 hit in the United States to date.
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International Recognition"Incomplete" attained successful chart statuses internationally, reaching the Top 3 in Australia, Canada, Germany, the United Kingdom, and several other countries.
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Unique Music StyleThe song marked a departure from the band's usual pop sound, highlighting gloomy and mature themes supported by rock and pop instrumentation.
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Song Genre"Incomplete" is often classified as a pop rock and pop ballad.
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SongwritersAmerican songwriter Dan Muckala collaborated with Lindy Robbins, and Jess Cates to write "Incomplete".
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Music Video AccoladesThe music video for "Incomplete", directed by Joseph Kahn, was nominated for MTV Video Music Awards' Best Pop Video in 2005.
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Change in Band ImageThe song and its associated music video signaled a change in image for the Backstreet Boys, from “boy band” to a more mature adult band.
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Emotional ImpactFans have often praised the song for its emotional lyrics exploring themes of love, loss, and regret.
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Selling PointThe song's commercial success reaffirmed the Backstreet Boys' enduring appeal, paving the way for a successful return to the music scene after a six-year hiatus.
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Critical AcclaimDespite the change in their music style, the song was generally well received by music critics, earning praises for the band’s vocal harmonies and emotional intensity.
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Chart Persistence"Incomplete" spent more than twenty weeks on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, further cementing its status as one of Backstreet Boys' biggest hits.
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Retrospective RankingRolling Stone magazine ranked "Incomplete" at number 63 on its list of the “100 Best Songs of the 2000s”.
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Return of Kevin RichardsonAlthough not part of the original recording, "Incomplete" marked Kevin Richardson's return to the band's performances and music videos after he left the group in 2006.
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Writing and ProductionThe song "Incomplete" was written by four writers namely Dan Muckala, Jess Cates, Lindy Robbins, and Jay Landers.
- Dan Muckala, who had notable work with various top-selling music artists, also co-produced the song.
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Chart Performance"Incomplete" received tremendous commercial success. It reached number 13 on the "Billboard Hot 100" in the USA.
- Internationally, the song attained several top ten finishes, peaking at number one in Australia and number two in the UK.
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Release InformationThe song was released in 2005 as the lead single from the Backstreet Boys fifth studio album, "Never Gone".
- It was their first release after a two-year hiatus, marking a new direction for the group.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Incomplete" was directed by Joseph Kahn, an acclaimed director known for his work with other famous artists like Taylor Swift and Eminem.
- Filmed in diverse locations including Death Valley and Malibu in California, the emotionally charged video complements the song's melancholic vibe.
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Song ThemeUnlike the band's earlier pop-oriented sound, "Incomplete" is a power ballad that explores themes of regret and heartbreak.
- Its lyrics express the sense of feeling incompleteness after a failed relationship, something many listeners could relate to.
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Critical ReceptionAlthough some critics had mixed reviews about the change in Backstreet Boys' music style, the majority praised "Incomplete" for its matured melody and emotive lyrics.
- The song's success helped reestablish the band's presence in the music industry post their hiatus.
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Live Performances"Incomplete" has been a key part of Backstreet Boys' setlist in multiple concerts and tours, evidence of its enduring popularity.
- The live renditions by the band, particularly the harmonious singing, were widely received by fans worldwide.
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Awards and NominationsThe recognition that "Incomplete" received extended to several award nominations. In 2006, it received a nomination for "Choice Love Song" at the Teen Choice Awards.
- Its music video was also nominated for "Best Pop Video" at the MTV Video Music Awards Japan in the same year.
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