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"Cycles" (stylized as "cycles" on the tracklist) is a song by Swedish singer-songwriter Tove Lo, from her third studio album, Blue Lips. It was released on 17 November 2017 as a promotional single. It was written by Tove Lo, Joe Janiak, Ludvig Söderberg and produced by The Struts. Lyrically, it talks about being trapped in a never-ending relationship loop. A music video directed by Malia James was released on 4 December 2018.


Year:
2017
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What's your name?
I can tell you a story before we get into the game
We fall head over heels overnight
See my face in your future
I'm in your future, in your nights, hmmm

We're intense
In a loop on a 24/7, don't want it to end
But reality's waitin', they say better come up for air soon
Yeah, come up for air soon
Make a change, hmmm

Fallin' again
and don't understand
Never my plan, nah

I'm in a cycle
Yeah, I admit it
How can I change it when I don't know when I'm in it?
I'm in a cycle
Swear this is different
Don't wanna end it, if you leave then I keep spinnin'
I'm in a cycle
Don't make me hate you
Just 'cause I talk about the things I've done before you
I'm in a cycle
Swear this is different
Don't wanna end it, if you leave then I keep spinnin'

You're afraid (yeah)
The way I love you now and my love in the past are the same
And the things that I say are exactly what I used to tell them
And that really hurts me, but I know, mmm

Fallin' again
and don't understand
Never my plan, no

I'm in a cycle
Yeah, I admit it
How can I change it when I don't know when I'm in it?
I'm in a cycle
Swear this is different
Don't wanna end it, if you leave then I keep spinnin'
I'm in a cycle
Don't make me hate you
Just 'cause I talk about the things I've done before you
I'm in a cycle
Swear this is different
Don't wanna end it, if you leave then I keep spinnin'

It's so romantic in a way
Why don't you catch me when I sway?
'Cause when my heart falls out of place
I know (oh, oh, oh)

I'm in a cycle
Yeah, I admit it
How can I change it when I don't know when I'm in it?
I'm in a cycle
Swear this is different
Don't wanna end it, if you leave then I keep spinnin'
I'm in a cycle
Don't make me hate you
Just 'cause I talk about the things I've done before you
I'm in a cycle
Swear this is different
Don't wanna end it, if you leave then I keep spinnin'

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Tove Lo

Ebba Tove Elsa Nilsson ( born 29 October 1987), known proffesionally as Tove Lo ( Swedish pronunciation tu vel ), is a Swedish singer and songwriter. Lo rose to fame with the release of her debut album, Queen of the clouds, which opened at number 14 on the U.S Billboard 200 in October 2014. more »

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Written by: JAKOB JERLSTROM, JOE JANIAK, LUDVIG SODERBERG, TOVE LO

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Genre
"Cycles" is categorized under the pop and electropop genres of music.
Album
The song is a part of Tove Lo's third studio album called "Blue Lips" also known as "Blue Lips (lady wood phase II)" released in 2017.
Songwriting credits
Tove Lo, along with Jakob Jerlström and Ludvig Söderberg, co-wrote the song. This trio is known for their long-standing partnership in the music industry.
Musical style
The song “Cycles,” is notable for its electronic beats, sensual undertones, and catchy lyrics that embody Tove Lo’s signature sound.
Subject matter
The song explores themes of a repetitive toxic love cycle. Lyrics depict ongoing ups and downs in the artist’s personal love life.
Critical response
Critics praised Tove Lo for her raw lyricism in the song, applauding her bold approach to showcasing emotional vulnerability.
Music video
The video for "Cycles" was released in December 2018 - directed by Malia James, it features a topsy-turvy, gravity-defying exploration of these cycles Tove refers to.
Peak Chart Positions
Despite its popularity, 'Cycles' did not chart on any major charts, likely due to the fact it was not a single from the album.
Live Performances
Tove Lo has performed this track live in various music festivals and concerts, adding in her unabashed and energetic performances style, making it a fan favorite.
Production credits
Like the rest of the "Blue Lips" album, the song was produced by The Struts, a Swedish production duo which includes Söderberg and Jerlström.

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