In 2007, Caillat signed with Universal Republic Records and released her debut album, Coco. The album included the hit singles "Bubbly" and "Realize," and has sold over 2 million copies in the United States and is certified 2x platinum. In 2008, she recorded a duet with Jason Mraz, "Lucky," which won a Grammy Award.
In August 2009, Caillat released her second album, Breakthrough, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. It has since been certified gold by the RIAA and was nominated for Best Pop Vocal Album at the 2010 Grammy Awards. Caillat was also part of the group that won Album of the Year at the 2010 Grammy Awards for her featured vocals and writing on Taylor Swift's Fearless album. In July 2011, she released her third studio album, All of You. In October 2012, she released her first Christmas album, Christmas in the Sand. From 2018 to 2020, she was a member of the country music group Gone West.
Caillat has sold over six million albums worldwide and over 10 million singles. She has been honored with two Grammy Awards and five nominations, and has accumulated more than 15 billion streams. She is an avowed spokesperson and supporter for ASPCA, the Surfrider Foundation, Save The Music, Farm Sanctuary, and The Humane Society of the United States.
Caillat is currently recording a new album in Nashville, TN and is set to release the first single in the first quarter of 2023.
Circles
Colbie Caillat Lyrics
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Was only a matter of time
Before I found myself drowning in troubled lies
Was starring back at what I´d seen for a long, long
Time
How did I break it?
How did I clear my mind?
This feeling just gets better all the time
So beautiful in front of me that I can't believe my
Eyes
I know it from move ahead time is one my side
I'm free from the circle
There'll be no regrets this time
I was hiding in places I knew nobody could find
Until I found myself spinning in rewind
Was starring back at what I'd seen for a long, long
Time
I had to break it
I had to clear my mind
[Chorus]
Hard times that I like to forget about
So much I held inside
God let it out
It took a while to find it
But now I'm here and I can´t deny it
[Chorus]
The song “Circles” by Colbie Caillat talks about the feeling of being stuck in a cycle of turmoil and confusion that seems to have no end. The lyrics talk about how the singer saw the same things over and over again and was drowning in troubled lies, and how they were hiding in places where no one could find them. Yet, the chorus brings a sense of hope and highlights that things can get better as time goes on, and this feeling just gets better all the time. The singer feels free from the vicious cycle of their life and is confident that there will be no regrets this time.
The song is about breaking free from the past and moving on to a better future. It talks about hard times that the singer would like to forget about, and how they have finally found themselves in a better place. It addresses the fact that the journey towards a better life is not easy and requires one to clear their mind and be patient. “Circles” inspires listeners to believe that there is always a way out of a difficult situation and that they can find a better path.
Line by Line Meaning
I was running in circles
I was stuck in a repetitive cycle of thoughts and actions
Was only a matter of time
It was inevitable that I would reach a breaking point
Before I found myself drowning in troubled lies
I was overwhelmed by falsehoods and deception
Was starring back at what I´d seen for a long, long / Time
I was fixated on my past experiences and couldn't move forward
How did I break it?
I wondered how I could free myself from this cycle
How did I clear my mind?
I needed to find a way to let go of my negative thoughts
This feeling just gets better all the time
I feel increasingly happy and positive
So beautiful in front of me that I can't believe my / Eyes
The wonderful things I'm experiencing are almost hard to believe
I know it from move ahead time is one my side
I feel confident about the future and trust that time will help me
I'm free from the circle
I have finally broken free from my repetitive cycle
There'll be no regrets this time
I won't have any remorse about my decisions moving forward
I was hiding in places I knew nobody could find
I tried to conceal my feelings and problems
Until I found myself spinning in rewind
But it only made me feel worse and stuck in the past
Hard times that I like to forget about
I have experienced difficult moments that I try to put behind me
So much I held inside
I bottled up a lot of emotions
God let it out
I finally found a way to release my feelings
It took a while to find it
It wasn't easy and took some time
But now I'm here and I can´t deny it
But now I feel like I have truly overcome my challenges
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MIKAL BLUE, COLBIE MARIE CAILLAT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@drewdlhj
Hey Colbie!
Just had to drop you a quick message because Circles is on repeat over here! Seriously, your voice is like a warm hug for the soul. 🎶
I've been thinking – have you ever thought about teaming up with Post Malone? Imagine the vibes you two could create together! Your voice and his style? Total musical magic in the making!
I bet there's a cool story behind Circles - I can't get enough of it! It's like a melody that sticks to your heart, you know? It made me wonder if there’s a chance for you and Post Malone to cook up something amazing together.
Not sure how these things work in the music world, but if you haven't dropped him a message yet, maybe it's worth a shot? Your fans (like me!) would go crazy for a collab like that. I mean, I can't stop listening to your song, and the thought of you and Post Malone singing together? Mind-blowing!
Just a thought from a big fan – can't wait to see what you come up with next, whether it's solo or with a cool collaboration like this one. Sending good vibes your way! ✨
Take care,
drew
@christinam6246
It’s great to hear your voice, Colbie!
@DavidAmores-wo7dv
Always loved your voice since from the beginning Colbie. I come running back to your music everytime I have bad days, it makes me feel at home, safe and warm everytime I hear you. Please don't stop making music <3
@chrisezelle
❤️👍🏼
@carlonayres8419
Excellent comment, David. I agree. ❤❤❤
@ashleyevans8139
Baby, girl! I love you for making this cover! Makes me smile inside 😊
@Rikibu79
it feels so good to have you back, Colbie.
Great performance from great musicians...
@elle_illustrates
Been loving your songs, your voice, since 2010! ❤
@lucasmedinabr12
Tudo que ela toca, canta, faz vira perfeiçao!!!!!!!!
@anga9495
Love it! Classic Colbie. Love the additional acoustics!
@lizziemarie5590
LOVE THIS!! I am always weary of covers and this one did not disappoint :)