This Love

Maroon 5

About This Love

"This Love" is a song by the American pop rock band Maroon 5. The song was released as the second single from their debut album, Songs About Jane (2002). The track is built around a piano-led strut and a repeating guitar sound. The song's lyrics are based on Levine's break-up with an ex-girlfriend. He revealed that the song was written in the "most emotionally trying time" in his life. He has also described the lyrics of this song as being extremely erotic. "This Love" was critically acclaimed by music critics, who noted the track's musicscape. It was released on January 27, 2004, as the second single from Songs About Jane. The song entered the top ten on most charts, topping several of Billboard magazine's component charts, including reaching the number one spot on the Hot Adult Top 40 Tracks chart. The music video was met with controversy, regarding extended intimate scenes between Levine and his then-girlfriend. "This Love" helped Maroon 5 win the MTV Video Music Award for Best New Artist and was the third most played song of 2004. The live version of the song won Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals at the 2006 Grammy Awards and to date, this is one of Maroon 5's most successful songs. 


Year:
2004
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I was so high, I did not recognize
The fire burning in her eyes
The chaos that controlled my mind
Whispered goodbye as she got on a plane
Never to return again
But always in my heart

This love has taken its toll on me
She said goodbye too many times before
And her heart is breaking in front of me
I have no choice 'cause I won't say goodbye anymore, woah, woah, woah

I tried my best to feed her appetite
Keep her coming every night
So hard to keep her satisfied
Oh, kept playing love like it was just a game
Pretending to feel the same
Then turn around and leave again

But, oh, this love has taken its toll on me
She said goodbye too many times before
And her heart is breaking in front of me
I have no choice 'cause I won't say goodbye anymore woah, woah, woah

I'll fix these broken things
Repair your broken wings
And make sure everything is alright
My pressure on your hips
Sinking my fingertips
Into every inch of you
'Cause I know that's what you want me to do

This love has taken its toll on me
She said goodbye too many times before
Her heart is breaking in front of me
I have no choice 'cause I won't say goodbye anymore

This love has taken its toll on me
She said goodbye too many times before
My heart is breaking in front of me
She said goodbye too many times before

This love has taken its toll on me
She said goodbye too many times before
Her heart is breaking in front of me
I have no choice 'cause I won't say goodbye anymore

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Maroon 5

Maroon 5 is an American pop rock band from Los Angeles, California. While they were in high school, lead vocalist and guitarist Adam Levine, keyboardist Jesse Carmichael, bass guitarist Mickey Madden, and drummer Ryan Dusick formed a garage band called Kara's Flowers and released one album in 1997. After a brief period they re-formed with guitarist James Valentine, and pursued a new, more pop-oriented direction as Maroon 5. In 2002 they released their debut album Songs About Jane, which contained four hit singles: "Harder to Breathe", "This Love", "She Will Be Loved" and "Sunday Morning"; it also enjoyed major chart success, going gold, platinum, and triple platinum in many countries around the world. more »

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Written by: Jesse Royal Carmichael, Ryan Michael Dusick, James B. Valentine, Michael Allen Madden, Adam Noah Levine

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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11 facts about this song

Song Production
"This Love" was produced by Matt Wallace, a well-known record producer and engineer based in Los Angeles.
Release Date and Album
The song was released on January 27, 2004, as the second single of Maroon 5's debut studio album, "Songs About Jane."
Chart Performance
"This Love" reached no. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts and was a major success worldwide.
Awards and Recognition
The song won the award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals at the 2006 Grammy Awards.
Inspiration
The lyrics of "This Love" were inspired by the tumultuous relationship of the band's lead vocalist, Adam Levine.
Music Video
The music video for "This Love" was directed by Sophie Muller. It was subject to controversy due to its sexual content, resulting in an edited version being created for MTV.
Songwriting Process
Adam Levine wrote the song in a way that focuses on the tension, the passion, and the intense love feelings for someone who was pulling him in and pushing him away at the same time.
Critical Acclaim
Critics praised the song for its catchy melody, Levine's vocals, and the funky groove inspired by R&B and pop music.
Global Success
"This Love" went on to top the charts in various countries including Australia, Ireland, and the UK, further establishing Maroon 5's global presence.
Use in Pop Culture
The song has been featured on numerous TV shows and films since its release, such as "The Office," "Scrubs," and the movie "Love Actually," making it an important part of pop culture.
Multimillion Sales
"This Love" was a commercial success, selling more than 3 million copies in the United States and earning a triple Platinum certification by the RIAA.

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