Chains
Nick Jonas Ft. Jhene Aiko Lyrics
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Cold to the touch but she's warm as a devil
I gave her my heart but she wanted my soul
She tasted her break and I can't get more
You got me in chains
You got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn't change
You got me chains
You got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn't change
No I wouldn't change this love
Tryna break the chains but the chains only break me
(Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey!)
I am no criminal, just a simple individual
I want it all, need it now, no subliminal
It is not that difficult, here's a visual
Chains and whips, make 'em strip, I am in control
You play the submissive role, then maybe we switch the role
I'll be your slave, you can have me anyway that you want
You got me insane, you got me insane for your love
But I wouldn't change, no I wouldn't change this love
Got me chains, you got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn't change, no I wouldn't change this love
Tryna break the chains but the chains only break me
(Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey!)
Tryna break the chains but the chains only break me
Baby tell me why, why you do, do me wrong
Baby tell me why, why you do, do me wrong
Gave you my heart but you took my soul
You got me in chains
You got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn't change
No I wouldn't change this love
You got me chains, all day
You got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn't change (ooh)
No I wouldn't change this love
Tryna break the chains but the chains only break me
The lyrics for "Chains" by Nick Jonas feat. Jhené Aiko describe a tumultuous and obsessive love affair. The "wine-stained lips" of the woman in question suggest that she is a heavy drinker and possibly also promiscuous. The singer gave her his heart, but she wanted his soul, indicating a desire for control and possession. Despite this, the singer is unable to resist the woman's allure and finds himself trapped in her grip. The repeated line "you got me in chains" represents the metaphorical hold she has over him, despite his attempts to break free.
The second verse introduces the theme of dominance and submission in the relationship. The singer implies that he enjoys being controlled by the woman, as evidenced by the line "I'll be your slave, you can have me anyway that you want." This suggests a willingness to submit to her whims even if they are destructive or harmful. The chorus repeats the idea that the singer is trapped in the woman's spell, and though he is aware of the damage the relationship is causing him, he is still unable to break free.
Overall, "Chains" paints a dark and complex picture of a relationship that is both captivating and destructive. The lyrics suggest a longing for freedom, but the pull of desire proves too strong to resist.
Line by Line Meaning
With her wine-stained lips, yeah she's nothing but trouble
She's someone who brings nothing but chaos and problems.
Cold to the touch but she's warm as a devil
She may come across as unfeeling, but she has a fiery, passionate nature.
I gave her my heart but she wanted my soul
I was deeply in love with her, but she wanted more than just my love - she wanted to control me completely.
She tasted her break and I can't get more
She got a taste of what it would be like without me, and now I can't seem to free myself from her hold.
You got me in chains
I am trapped and unable to escape.
You got me in chains for your love
I am stuck in this situation because of my love for you.
But, I wouldn't change
Despite the difficulties, I wouldn't give up on this love.
No I wouldn't change this love
This love is too important to me to let go of.
Tryna break the chains but the chains only break me
I am struggling to break free but it seems to be hurting me more than helping.
I am no criminal, just a simple individual
I am not someone who does anything wrong, just an average person.
I want it all, need it now, no subliminal
I want everything and I need it immediately, without any hidden messages or meanings.
It is not that difficult, here's a visual
It's not complicated, let me show you how it's done.
Chains and whips, make 'em strip, I am in control
I use chains and whips to dominate and control others.
You play the submissive role, then maybe we switch the role
If you let me dominate, maybe we can switch roles later.
I'll be your slave, you can have me anyway that you want
I am willing to do anything to please you and be completely subservient to you.
You got me insane, you got me insane for your love
You are driving me crazy with your love and I am unable to think clearly or stay in control.
Got me chains, you got me in chains for your love
You have me trapped and helpless because of my love for you.
Baby tell me why, why you do, do me wrong
Please explain why you keep hurting me and treating me badly.
Gave you my heart but you took my soul
I trusted you with everything I had, but you took everything from me.
You got me chains, all day
I am constantly stuck in this situation because of you.
No I wouldn't change (ooh)
I am completely committed to this love and won't give up on it.
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Ammar Malik, Brian Warfield, Jhene Chilombo, Maclean Robinson, Daniel Parker, Jason Evigan
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[Verse 1: Nick Jonas]
With her wine-stained lips, yeah, she’s nothing but trouble
Cold to the touch, but she’s warm as a devil
Gave her my heart, but she wanted my soul
She tasted the break and I can’t get more
[Chorus 1: Nick Jonas]
You got me in chains
You got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn’t change
No, I wouldn’t change this love
You got me in chains
You got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn’t change
No, I wouldn’t change this love
Try to break the chains, but the chains only break me
Try to break the chains, but the chains only break me
[Verse 2: Jhene Aiko]
I am no criminal, just a simple individual
I want it all, need it now, no subliminal
It is not that difficult, here's a visual
Chains and whips, make 'em strip, I am in control
You play the submissive role, then maybe we switch the role
I'll be your slave, you can have me anyway that you want
[Chorus 2: Jhene Aiko]
You got me insane, you got me insane for your love
And I wouldn't change, no I wouldn't change this love
Got me chains, you got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn't change, no I wouldn't change this love
[Bridge: Nick Jonas]
Try to break the chains but the chains only break me
(Hey-ey-ey-ey, hey-ey-ey-ey, hey-ey-ey-ey, hey-ey-ey-ey)
Try to break the chains, but the chains only break me
[Refrain: Nick Jonas]
Baby, tell me why, why you do, do me wrong?
Baby, tell me why, why you do, do me wrong?
Gave you my heart, but you took my soul
[Chorus 1: Nick Jonas]
You got me in chains, you got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn’t change, no I wouldn’t change this love
You got me chains, you got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn’t change, no I wouldn’t change this love
[Outro]
Try to break the chains, but the chains only break me
delhaye。
With her wine-stained lips, yeah she's nothing but trouble
Cold to the touch but she's warm as a devil
I gave her my heart but she wanted my soul
She tasted her break and I can't get more
You got me in chains
You got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn't change
No I wouldn't change this love
You got me chains
You got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn't change
No I wouldn't change this love
Tryna break the chains but the chains only break me
(Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey!)
I am no criminal, just a simple individual
I want it all, need it now, no subliminal
It is not that difficult, here's a visual
Chains and whips, make 'em strip, I am in control
You play the submissive role, then maybe we switch the role
I'll be your slave, you can have me anyway that you want
You got me insane, you got me insane for your love
But I wouldn't change, no I wouldn't change this love
Got me chains, you got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn't change, no I wouldn't change this love
Tryna break the chains but the chains only break me
(Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey!)
Tryna break the chains but the chains only break me
Baby tell me why, why you do, do me wrong
Baby tell me why, why you do, do me wrong
Gave you my heart but you took my soul
You got me in chains
You got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn't change
No I wouldn't change this love
You got me chains, all day
You got me in chains for your love
But, I wouldn't change (ooh)
No I wouldn't change this love
Tryna break the chains but the chains only break me
Dina Strange
Better than original...Jhene really adds to it. Her voice is beautiful.
Wagner Silvano
Its true
Seth Moore
I like it either way.
Jessi
💯 this wayy better n should’ve been the original lol
kailey
True
The Troll Hunter
I respectfully disagree while she added to this. The original was better. The beat and everything.
Danesha Smith
Jhené Aiko is a perfect choice for the remix in my opinion. Her soft and submissive voice added extra hotness to this already great song! I don't mean to compare, but I can't help but say that this was so much better than the Jealous remix. All I need is for them to perform this together, & I will be an even more happy fan😁
Desiree
Yep
Nathan and Kirri Duxfield
Definitely
R123
So obsessed with this song and remix!! Literally played this non-stop for the past three hours. I love the added verse! The girl sounds amazing.