Buttons

The Pussycat Dolls

About Buttons

"Buttons" is a song by American girl group the Pussycat Dolls from their debut studio album PCD (2005). It was written by Sean Garrett, Jamal Jones, Jason Perry and Nicole Scherzinger and produced by the former two alongside Ron Fair, Tal Herzberg and Young Smoke. It was remixed with additional vocals from American rapper Snoop Dogg and was released as a digital download on April 11, 2006 as the album's fourth single. "Buttons" contains elements of Middle Eastern music, while the song's lyrics speaks of a woman's desire to be undressed. Critics were divided on "Buttons" with some complimenting the song's production; however, others criticized how it followed the same formula of their previous singles. The song reached the top-five in countries such as Australia, Germany, and the United Kingdom. The song reached number one in Austria and in New Zealand, where it became their fourth consecutive number one single on the chart. It peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 and sold over two million copies in the United States, making The Pussycat Dolls the first female group in digital history to have three singles pass the two million mark in digital sales. 


Year:
2005
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I'm telling you loosen up my buttons, baby (uh huh)
But you keep fronting (uh)
Saying what you going to do to me (uh huh)
But I ain't seen nothing (uh)
I'm telling you loosen up my buttons, baby (uh huh)
But you keep fronting (uh)
Saying what you going to do to me (uh huh)
But I ain't seen nothing (uh)

Typical
Hardly the type I fall for
I like when the physical
Don't leave me asking for more
I'm a sexy mama (mama)
Who knows just how to get what I want and (want and)
What I want to do is spring this on you (on you)
Back up all of the things that I told you (told you)

You been saying all the right things all night long
But I can't seem to get you over here to help take this off
Baby, can't you see
How these clothes are fitting on me
And the heat coming from this beat?
I'm about to blow
I don't think you know

I'm telling you loosen up my buttons, baby (uh huh)
But you keep fronting (uh)
Saying what you going to do to me (uh huh)
But I ain't seen nothing (uh)
I'm telling you loosen up my buttons, baby (uh huh)
But you keep fronting (uh)
Saying what you going to do to me (uh huh)
But I ain't seen nothing (uh)

You say you're a big boy
But I can't agree
'Cause the love you said you had
Ain't been put on me
I wonder
If I'm just too much for you
Wonder
If my kiss don't make you just
Wonder
What I got next for you
What you want to do? (do)

Take a chance to recognize that this could be yours
I can see, just like most guys that your game don't please
Baby, can't you see
How these clothes are fitting on me
And the heat coming from this beat?
I'm about to blow
I don't think you know

I'm telling you loosen up my buttons, baby (uh huh)
But you keep fronting (uh)
Saying what you going to do to me (uh huh)
But I ain't seen nothing (uh)
I'm telling you loosen up my buttons, baby (uh huh)
But you keep fronting (uh)
Saying what you going to do to me (uh huh)
But I ain't seen nothing (uh)

Come on, baby, loosen up my buttons, babe
Loosen up my buttons, babe
Baby, won't you loosen up my buttons, babe?
Loosen up my buttons, babe

Come on, baby, loosen up my buttons, babe
Loosen up my buttons, babe
Baby, won't you loosen up my buttons, babe?
Loosen up my buttons, babe

I'm telling you loosen up my buttons, baby (uh huh)
But you keep fronting (uh)
Saying what you going to do to me (uh huh)
But I ain't seen nothing (uh)
I'm telling you loosen up my buttons, baby (uh huh)
But you keep fronting (uh)
Saying what you going to do to me (uh huh)
But I ain't seen nothing (uh)

I'm telling you loosen up my buttons, baby (uh huh)
But you keep fronting (uh)
Saying what you going to do to me (uh huh)
But I ain't seen nothing (uh)
I'm telling you loosen up my buttons, baby (uh huh)
But you keep fronting (uh)
Saying what you going to do to me (uh huh)
But I ain't seen nothing (uh)

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The Pussycat Dolls

The Pussycat Dolls are an American pop girl group and dance ensemble, founded in Los Angeles by choreographer Robin Antin in 1995 as a burlesque troupe. After attracting national attention, Antin negotiated a record deal with Interscope Records in 2003 turning the group into a music franchise, which developed a global image and commercial brand overseen by Antin, Interscope and various partners. The first recording group (Nicole Scherzinger, Melody Thornton, Ashley Roberts, Jessica Sutta, Kimberly Wyatt and Carmit Bachar) produced two albums and numerous singles between 2004 and 2009 including the world-wide hits "Don't Cha", "Stickwitu", "Beep", "Buttons", "When I Grow Up", "I Hate This Part", and "Jai Ho! (You Are My Destiny)". "Stickwitu" earned a 2005 Gra… more »

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Written by: Calvin Broadus, Sean Garrett, Jamal Jones, Jason Perry, Nicole Scherzinger

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING

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13 facts about this song

Song Production
The song "Buttons" is recorded by American girl group The Pussycat Dolls. It was released on April 11, 2006.
Album Inclusion
It is included in the group's debut studio album, "PCD."
Song Performance
The song peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100, making it one of the group's highest-charting songs.
Collaboration
"Buttons" features Snoop Dogg, adding a unique layer to the pop and R&B hit.
Song Theme
The song is about wanting someone to be brave enough to take the next step in a romantic relationship.
Music Video
The music video, featuring the Dolls' renowned dance skills and Snoop Dogg's cameo, was nominated for Best Dance Video at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards.
Song Composition
Sean Garrett and Jamal Jones wrote the song while the production was handled by the latter under his production name "Polow da Don".
Linguistic Use
The song includes verses in English and phrases in Farsi, making a unique cultural blend.
Commercial Success
"Buttons" was certified double-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and has sold 2.6 million digital downloads as of February 2016.
International Secondary Version
A separate version of "Buttons," without Snoop Dogg, was released in certain regions including Europe and Australia.
Reception
The song received mixed to positive reviews from music critics, with some appreciating its catchy melody and Snoop Dogg's collaboration, while others criticized it for its sexual tonality.
Choreography
The song's memorable choreography, with chair routines, was created by Australian dancer and choreographer, Robin Antin, who is also the founder of The Pussycat Dolls group.
Impact
After its release, Buttons has been covered and parodied by multiple artists and television shows, illustrating its impact on pop culture.

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