Circles

Atlantic Starr

About Circles

"Circles" is a song by the American band Atlantic Starr, and the first single released from their 1982 album Brilliance. The single was the most successful for the group thus far, peaking at number two for two weeks on the Soul Singles chart and it also became their first single to hit the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 38. "Circles" was also Atlantic Starr's most successful single on the dance charts, peaking at number nine. In 1992, Nigerian singer Saffron recorded her version, which featured a remix by Frankie Knuckles, but this one failed to chart. In 1998, Kimara Lovelace went to number one on the dance play charts with her version of the song, becoming the most successful single of her career. 


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2003
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Circles, goin' round in circles
Circles, goin' round in circles

You're taking too much time
To make up your mind
Either you love me or you don't
And all the other girls
In your crazy mixed up world
You said you'd drop them
But you know you won't
Sometimes I think about forgetting you
But it's so, so hard to make that choice
'Cause boy with you
I go to to seventh heaven
Just by the sound of your voice

Circles, goin' round in circles
Circles, goin' round in circles

Outta my head
That's where I'm going
Tryin' so hard to deal with you
It's not so easy tryin' to bare these changes
That you're puttin' me through
In my head there's a ball of confusion
And I can't figure out just what to do
I guess my life will keep on going round and round
Until I get away from you

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Atlantic Starr

Atlantic Starr was a 1980s R&B band. Among their biggest hits were "Always" and "Secret Lovers." more »

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Written by: David Lewis, Wayne I. Lewis

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15 facts about this song

Band Origin
Atlantic Starr is an American band that was originally formed in White Plains, New York, in 1976.
Album Information
The song "Circles" is part of Atlantic Starr's album titled "Brilliance", which is the band's sixth studio album.
Song Release
"Circles" was released in 1982.
Chart Performance
The song reached #38 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #2 on the R&B chart in the US.
Song Genre
"Circles" is mainly classified under the R&B and soul genres.
Band Line-up
During the recording of the "Brilliance" album, the band consisted of Barbara Weathers, David Lewis, Wayne Lewis, Jonathan Lewis, Joseph Phillips, and Koran Daniels.
Label
The album "Brilliance", including the song "Circles", was released under the A&M Records label.
Songwriters
"Circles" was written by band members David Lewis and Wayne Lewis.
Critical Reception
The song was received positively by music critics and is often cited for its smooth, catchy rhythm and memorable lyrics.
Music Video
Unlike many songs from the ’80s, "Circles" did not have an official music video.
Cover Versions
There are several covers of this song by various artists, one of the notable ones being by American singer and songwriter, Trey Lorenz.
Legacy
Though not the band's most successful song chart-wise, "Circles" remains a fan-favorite and is still frequently played on R&B and Soul radio stations today.
Lyrical Theme
The song talks about the endless cycle of love's highs and lows, symbolized by the 'circle.'
Live Performances
The song has been performed at various events and concerts, with Barbara Weathers' strong vocals often highlighted as a standout.
Use in Media
While not as widely featured as some of the band's other hits, "Circles" has been used in a number of TV shows and movies, typically in scenes depicting romance or nostalgia.

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