Timucin Fabian Kwong Wah Aluo (born 25 July 1987), known professionally as … Read Full Bio ↴Timucin Fabian Kwong Wah Aluo (born 25 July 1987), known professionally as Jax Jones, is an English multi-instrumentalist, record producer, songwriter and DJ. He is best known for featuring on Duke Dumont's 2014 single "I Got U", peaking to number one on the UK Singles Chart, and his 2017 single "You Don't Know Me" featuring Raye. The son of two teachers, Jax grew up in a multi-ethnic household and was exposed to a wealth of influences. After his Nigerian stepfather introduced him to afrobeat via Fela Kuti and rap with a tape of the Biggie Smalls album, Jax listened to Hip Hop, R&B, Gospel and traditional African music. Producers like The Neptunes, Timbaland and Rodney Jerkins shaped his musical horizons and his fascination with the anatomy of a rhythm section. Having initially studied classical guitar from a young age, Jax took up beat-making at 15 after discovering Cubase on his friend’s Atari.

100 Times
Jax Jones Lyrics

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Men, they just stick it in every place they can, but for women, women, it is just about security and commitment and ⁠whatever the f*** else. But, you're not the jealous type, are you?
Nah, sorry, I'm not
You'd never be jealous about me, have you? And why haven't you been jealous about me? Very sure of yourself aren't you?

I told you a hundred times
Baby, I'll never be the one you want, a hundred times
Baby, I'll never be the one you want to hold it down
Baby, I'll never be the one you want to hold it down

Baby, I'll never be the one you want

I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold you, I can't ho⁠
I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold, can't hold, hold you
I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold you, I can't ho⁠
I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold, hold

I told you a hundred times
Baby, I'll never be the one you want, a hundred times
Baby, I'll never be the one you want to hold it down
Baby, I'll never be the one you want to hold it down
Baby, I'll never be the one you want

I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold you, I can't ho⁠
I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold, can't hold, hold you
I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold you, I can't ho⁠
I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold, hold

I told you a hundred times
Baby, I'll never be the one you want, a hundred times
Baby, I'll never be the one you want to hold it down
Baby, I'll never be the one you want to hold it down
Baby, I'll never be the one you want

I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold you, I can't ho⁠
I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold, can't hold, hold you
I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold you, I can't ho⁠
I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold, hold

I told you one hundred before
I told you one hundred before
I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold, hold you down
I told you one hundred before
I told you one hundred before
I can't hold you, I can't
Can't hold you down, hold you down
I told you one hundred before (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
I told you one hundred before (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold, hold you down
I told you one hundred before (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
I told you one hundred before (Oh-oh-oh-oh)

I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I can't hold you, can't hold you down

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jax Jones's song "100 Times" explores themes of insecurity, commitment, and the inability to meet someone's expectations in a relationship. The opening lines suggest a gender disparity in how men and women approach relationships, with men being portrayed as more promiscuous and women seeking security and commitment. The singer then questions if the listener is the jealous type, implying that they are confident and secure in themselves.

The repeated line "I told you a hundred times, baby, I'll never be the one you want" reveals a sense of resignation and acceptance on the part of the singer. They acknowledge that they can never fulfill the listener's desires and be the person they truly want. The repetition emphasizes their inability to measure up to these expectations and suggests a sense of hopelessness or frustration.

The lines "I can't hold you, I can't hold" highlight the singer's inability to keep the listener close or maintain a strong connection with them. It implies a physical and emotional distance between the two individuals. The repetition of "I can't hold you" reinforces the idea of their limitations in the relationship.

The closing lines echo the earlier sentiments, emphasizing the singer's repeated attempts to convey their inability to meet the listener's desires. The phrase "I told you one hundred before" suggests that the singer has already communicated their limitations countless times. The repetition of "I can't hold you" further emphasizes their inability to hold the listener down or keep them satisfied.

Overall, "100 Times" explores themes of insecurity, unfulfilled expectations, and the realization that the singer can never be the person the listener truly desires. It reflects on the challenges and frustrations of a relationship where one person feels inadequate and unable to meet their partner's needs.

Line by Line Meaning

I told you a hundred times
I have repeated myself countless times

Baby, I'll never be the one you want, a hundred times
Darling, I will never fulfill your desires, I have said it a hundred times

Baby, I'll never be the one you want to hold it down
Darling, I will never be the person you rely on or support you

I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I am incapable of keeping you close or holding you

I can't hold you, I can't ho⁠
I cannot hold onto you, I cannot keep you

I can't hold you, I can't
I am unable to embrace you, I cannot physically keep you

I can't hold, can't hold, hold you
I am unable to possess, retain, or control you

I told you one hundred before
I have previously conveyed this a hundred times

I can't hold, hold you down
I am incapable of anchoring or keeping you grounded

I can't hold you down, hold you down
I am unable to restrict or possess you completely

I told you one hundred before (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
I have expressed myself repeatedly, I can assure you

I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I am unable to embrace or keep you

I can't hold, hold you down
I am incapable of restraining or confining you

I told you one hundred before (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
I have stated this a hundred times, in case you forgot

I can't hold you, I can't⁠
I am unable to grasp or hold on to you

I can't hold you, can't hold you down
I cannot keep you or hold you in place

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES MATTHEW NORTON, MARK STUART RALPH, TIMUCIN KWONG WAH LAM, UZOECHI OSISIOMA EMENIKE, TIMUCIN LAM, UZOECHI EMENIKE

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