The accompanying music video was filmed in the then-new Therme Vals spa in Vals, GraubΓΌnden, in the Swiss Alps, with direction by Matthew Rolston in association with Howard Schatz, an expert in underwater photography. It was premiered on October 5, 1998, on HBO, and was subsequently exhibited twice a day leading up to the broadcast of the concert special for The Velvet Rope Tour one week later. The music video shows Jackson partially nude in water. A strong theme of green is seen in the video through lighting, the fabric surrounding Jackson's body and her contact lenses.
The single peaked at number #52 in Australia, number #67 in Germany, and number #95 in France. But in Iceland it peaked at number #5. In the US it failed to chart on the Billboard Hot 100, but peaked at number #25 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart.
Every Time
Janet Jackson Lyrics
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Di-da, ooh-ahh
Do-do-do-do-do, da-da-da-da-da-da
I'm afraid I'm starting to feel
What I said I would not do
The last time really hurt me
Afraid to love so fast
'Cause every time I fall in love
It seems to never last
But every time your love is near
And every time I'm filled with fear
'Cause every time I see your face
My heart does begin to race every time
One half wants me to go
One half wants me to stay
I just get so all confused
I'm scared to fall in love
Afraid to love so fast
'Cause every time I fall in love
It seems to never last
But every time your love is near
And every time I'm filled with fear
'Cause every time, ahh
My heart does begin to race every time
Da-da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da
Da-da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da
Da-da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da
Da-da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da
I'm scared to fall in love
Afraid to love so fast
'Cause every time I fall in love
It seems to never last
But every time your love is near
And every time I'm filled with fear
'Cause every time I see your face
My heart does begin to race every time
It's every time, it's every time 'cause
Every time your love is near
And every time I'm filled with fear
'Cause every time I see your face
Could it be that this will be the one that lasts?
The fear does start to erase every time
Oh, could it be that this will be the one that lasts?
For all my times
Ooh, yeah
For all my times
Janet Jackson's "Every Time" is a soulful ballad about the fear and apprehension that comes with falling in love. Jackson sings about being hesitant to love after being hurt in the past, and how every time she falls in love, it never seems to last. She expresses the confusion of being torn between wanting to stay and wanting to leave, and how every time she sees the face of the person she loves, her heart races with fear and hope. The lyrics suggest that the fear of being hurt again is very real, but every time the person's love is near, the fear starts to lessen.
The song's overall message is relatable to anyone who has experienced heartbreak or has been hesitant to fall in love due to past experiences. The lyrics are very expressive and emotional, with Jackson's powerful vocals adding depth and intensity to the message. The repetition of the chorus "every time" highlights the cyclical nature of the theme and the way in which past experiences can inhibit one's ability to embrace new relationships. The final verse suggests a glimmer of hope that this time, love might last, and the fear might start to dissipate.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm afraid I'm starting to feel
I am experiencing feelings that scare me
What I said I would not do
I am going against my own words and actions
The last time really hurt me
I am still hurting from my past experiences
One half wants me to go
I am experiencing confusion and inner conflict
One half wants me to stay
I am unsure of what to do
I just get so all confused
My emotions are causing me to feel uncertain
Could it be that this will be the one that lasts?
Am I finally ready for a lasting relationship?
The fear does start to erase every time
Every time I am with you, my fear lessens
Oh could it be that this will be the one that lasts
I am hopeful that this relationship will be different
For all my times
I am hopeful that this relationship will last forever
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: James Harris, Janet Jackson, Terry Lewis
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@eu-zz1ek
In the 90s, most ballads and songs of this style were about love stories and breakups, "Everytime" is an exception and is a song about a insecure person about their relationships, it's about insecurity and feeling insufficient. The Velvet Rope is a musical masterpiece!
@dralandralarkins8443
Thank you for this explaination
@TrVlogs82
Facts have been listening to her old stuff a lot lately.
@darianagnew6524
Yes!!!! A masterpiece indeed!
@sonjasimone8244
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@stevenfigueroa5756
Absolutely
@joelgarcia3907
Such a rare beauty. People didnβt give her credit as a singer but in a sea of belters, she sang soft and sultry. Stuck to who she was
@aminalarsson7265
β in a sea of beltersβ made me chuckle. Thx
@joelgarcia3907
@@aminalarsson7265 hehe. True tho lol
@arturogarcia9946
Hey is that Michael ?π€