About the Song
"Circles" is a song by American musician Post Malone. It was released through Republic Records on August 30, 2019, as the third single from Malone's third studio album Hollywood's Bleeding (2019). It reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 for the week of November 30, 2019, topping the chart for three weeks, marking Post Malone's fourth number-one song, as well as his first solo effort to top the chart. The song also reached number one in Iceland, Malaysia, and New Zealand, as well as the top 10 in 20 additional countries. It was the most played song of 2020 on adult contemporary radio in the US and was also the second best-selling song in 2020 in the country. It is also certified Diamond in the US and Canada, 16× Platinum in Australia, and Gold or higher in 11 additional countries. It was also nominated for Record of the Year and Song of the Year at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards.
Meaning Behind the Lyrics
"Circles" can be seen as a reflection on the complexities of relationships and the cyclical nature of love. For many listeners, the song evokes feelings of nostalgia and the struggle to move on from past connections. The lyrics explore themes of heartache and the inevitability of recurring patterns in romantic interactions, suggesting a sense of both resignation and longing. This resonates with anyone who has faced the challenges of breaking free from a relationship that, despite its difficulties, continues to hold emotional significance. Ultimately, it captures a relatable emotional landscape that many can connect with.
Did You Know?
- Austin Richard Post, known professionally as Post Malone, is an American singer, rapper, songwriter, record producer, and actor.
- His music blends various genres including pop, hip-hop, trap, country, R&B, and rock.
Music Details
These details come from the iTunes song listing used for the artwork and metadata match.
- Album/collection: Hollywood's Bleeding
- Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap
- iTunes release date: August 30, 2019
- Track runtime: 3:35
Video Snapshot
- Video title: Post Malone – Circles
- YouTube channel: PostMaloneVEVO
- Video published: September 3, 2019
- Video runtime: 3 minutes, 47 seconds
- YouTube views when drafted: 797,840,114
- YouTube likes when drafted: 5,782,650
- YouTube comments when drafted: 131,772
Quick Facts
- Artist: POST MALONE
- Song: CIRCLES
- Album/collection: Hollywood's Bleeding
- Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap
- Reference page: Circles (Post Malone song)
