Raphael Saddiq (Tony Toni Tone fame) produced this. One of my favorite songs of this album. But...what happened to her voice? If u listen to Kaliedscope and Kelis Was Here, her voice sounds hoarse thru the whole album
This is like my most favorite song ever from this album. Her voice and lyrics from many of her songs plays to the tune of my life providing inspiration, comfort, and a creative escape. Circus is a reflection of all the things that a person in the spotlight might feel at some point. She's a very talented artist that is slept on Kelis over Rihanna any day.
@TheTVs she's saying she is part of it and apologising. "can you blame us? it started as fun, didn't know the game must be won, sorry" ... big respect for Kelis' braveness speaking out like that.
and it's not to compare because I HATE when people compare but you need to remember Kelis came out way before Lady Gaga,Rihanna,Katy Perry, she is the originator.she always had her own style,which was crazy,edgy,unique and she is cute as hell.
Music-eh. Singing-blah. Lyrics-lame. But the theme...the message. That's worth the price of admission. Except that, the idea is, to get you, and you, and you, to realize the part you play in the Circus. The customer. Stop buying tickets and the Circus goes out of business....Payola pie, anyone?
Anyone thats had a taste of the entertainment industry can really understand what she's talking about... its easy to forget the beauty of art and corrupt it with money and fame
Come on Britney's Circus is way different same title songs two different subjects come off the comparisons people btw this one came first, anyways this song is deep, I hope she release something new soon
I swear I could be BFF's with everyone who has posted a comment in here. I love Kelis. She's so dope and waaaay ahead of the rest of these chicks. I also hate how Rihanna (or her stylist) totally swagger jacked Kelis' style and she got credit as if she did it first, girl boom. The original is always the best. I'm glad to be surrounded by peps who agree. Kelis new duo album "After Ten/So Good" out later this year! Can't wait. Kelis you are the illest!!!
@itsmister2you Kelis is the truth, and her album is coming out, but you notice how they acting like Lady GaGa was the first to come out with the costumes when Kelis was doing that before them. and Yes Rihanna copied the hair everyone knew this LOL. She is so versitile and i feel this is her year.
@Silasizhere Are you fucking high? These are two totally different artists, in two totally different fields of music. Get Britney's non-singing ass outta here. Kelis wins.
seriously i listen to it a fifth time round to get it and its really deep man ....shes talking about he but she includes us...."buy the record you became a big .big victim"
I'm amazed at how similar Rihanna is getting styled on Kelis. But not quite successful and definately not original.Keep on swapping texts with Agyness, you'll have alot in common.
Kelis; i adore everything you are and respect to you!
this could be a perfect diss to rihanna for stealin her style, rihanna has NO talent whatsoever, if kelis came out with a new album as good as what she has put out before she would outshine the bitch in no time NUFF SAID
most people think its just kelis rapping of singing fast, but it is so much more. She is explain her life basically in a metaphor of a circus, while britney spears is talking about how when she peforms the whole room is like a circus. BIG DIFF
i completley agree it makes me so mad that kelis dosent get the credit like other artisist kelis is the one of the best i hate how rihanna got credit for keliss style
Very underrated
MegaMzthang 3 weeks ago
it pisses me off that when i type circus in the yt search bar the first thing that comes up is britney spears
MrGuyDudeHomie 1 month ago
this my jam!!
keeshaja 1 month ago
I absolutely love her. She is my favorite R'n'B artist. Whatever Rihanna does, she can never be like her :)))))
Eleonora7177 1 month ago
Yasssssssss gawd bitch love this song. Love me some Kelis Rhi Rhi who?
crit1227 2 months ago
Kelis Is Dope... She Sounds So Cute lol
QueenB951 2 months ago 2
Kelis ripped the hell out of this song, she is indeed a BEAST! Love ya chica, this song can still come back out!
TheKInternational 3 months ago
I'm gay and I relate this song to society.
TheProductofsociety 4 months ago
Raphael Saddiq (Tony Toni Tone fame) produced this. One of my favorite songs of this album. But...what happened to her voice? If u listen to Kaliedscope and Kelis Was Here, her voice sounds hoarse thru the whole album
MysticDiamond 4 months ago
love kelis ♥
kaylenceyia2010 4 months ago
LOVE Kelis.....kelis never gets credit and ppl steal her hair, style, and clothes.
69kamilah 5 months ago
This is like my most favorite song ever from this album. Her voice and lyrics from many of her songs plays to the tune of my life providing inspiration, comfort, and a creative escape. Circus is a reflection of all the things that a person in the spotlight might feel at some point. She's a very talented artist that is slept on Kelis over Rihanna any day.
Abornewords 6 months ago
LOVE THE LYRICS!
Latashatx1 6 months ago
i love this song.....
chance3473 7 months ago
The beginning sounds like a country song :)
omgitsmadonna 7 months ago
The lyrics tell you why shes not one of the top artists. She didnt want to join their circus. We weren't even supposed to hear this song!
TheTVs 7 months ago
@TheTVs I agree, the lyrics of this song tell it all!!!
towanzaify 4 months ago
@TheTVs she's saying she is part of it and apologising. "can you blame us? it started as fun, didn't know the game must be won, sorry" ... big respect for Kelis' braveness speaking out like that.
leoleahyBEHHH 1 week ago
@leoleahyBEHHH Yea..kinda figured that out last year, ya know?
TheTVs 1 week ago
@TheTVs oh, well from your comment 7 months ago it seemed you didn't. LOL
leoleahyBEHHH 6 days ago
@leoleahyBEHHH Yea...but I was referring to the comment I made 1 year ago (look down)... I was just elaborating on my opinion of the lyrics. Peace.
TheTVs 6 days ago
and it's not to compare because I HATE when people compare but you need to remember Kelis came out way before Lady Gaga,Rihanna,Katy Perry, she is the originator.she always had her own style,which was crazy,edgy,unique and she is cute as hell.
TheProductofsociety 7 months ago
Kelis is hands down one of the best artists of our time.Hands down.
TheProductofsociety 7 months ago
this was her best c.d!!! hands down i would listen to it then play it all over again,,, theres a few records where u do tht!!!
RoyalCandii 8 months ago
I LOVE KELIS!!!!! SHE SHOULD BE ONE OF THE TOP ARTISTS OUT THERE!!! WHEN WILL FOLKS WAKE UP AND SEE THE MUSICAL TALENT KELIS!!!!
Blatisian 8 months ago
Kelis has earned an all time high on my list with this one....I am definitely feeling this song!
eekny0003 11 months ago
MARSHA PENNED THIS! OWW
Neeka693 1 year ago
I Love Kelis , Ill Bring Her Back !
;) Lol
bossraye 1 year ago
people dont know bout this girl right here....
lanapumpsiron 1 year ago
i love this song...
SEXAPPEALMODEL 1 year ago
SHE PREACHIN ABOUT THE INDUSTRY IN THIS SONG!!!! SHE'S SO MUCH HOTTER THAN SHE IS GIVIN CREDIT FOR SMDH ;P
jaedenmom26 1 year ago
buy Kelis new album called Fleshtone...all the AKelis fans, wake up and support this incredible artist
kendolldamon 1 year ago
I Love Kelis , She Really Doesnt Get The Credit As She Deserves , People Should Really Start Giving Her Props !!!
SincerelyJane1 1 year ago
Another great song from 'K' ..It just proves that the cream doesn't always rise to the top...
DynastyQg9 1 year ago 3
Man I love Kelis Music.. People mos def be sleeping on her ..
NieceyFdaBaddest 1 year ago
Music-eh. Singing-blah. Lyrics-lame. But the theme...the message. That's worth the price of admission. Except that, the idea is, to get you, and you, and you, to realize the part you play in the Circus. The customer. Stop buying tickets and the Circus goes out of business....Payola pie, anyone?
gigantopithecus01 1 year ago
realness
princessclok 1 year ago
Anyone thats had a taste of the entertainment industry can really understand what she's talking about... its easy to forget the beauty of art and corrupt it with money and fame
ByrdRecords 1 year ago 4
Shes telling on the industry. "Musicians...Magicians..." This is probably why we havent heard from her since. She killed this song. Way to go Kelis.
TheTVs 1 year ago 7
Come on Britney's Circus is way different same title songs two different subjects come off the comparisons people btw this one came first, anyways this song is deep, I hope she release something new soon
babybluemusic425 1 year ago
WOW!!
TheTVs 2 years ago
Poor Kelis :( Wish she could get out
kiannaluv21 2 years ago 6
damn she really wanted out
MsRealFacts 2 years ago 3
i like this. a lot. shes good. i love her voice its soo smoky. i dont really like her rapping though. blindfold me was hot.
KnockKnockPeas 2 years ago 2
Ans she can rap too................come on, this girl is jam packed with talent!
taiseymore 2 years ago 7
love this tune
Atergia 2 years ago
I swear I could be BFF's with everyone who has posted a comment in here. I love Kelis. She's so dope and waaaay ahead of the rest of these chicks. I also hate how Rihanna (or her stylist) totally swagger jacked Kelis' style and she got credit as if she did it first, girl boom. The original is always the best. I'm glad to be surrounded by peps who agree. Kelis new duo album "After Ten/So Good" out later this year! Can't wait. Kelis you are the illest!!!
itsmister2you 2 years ago 82
@itsmister2you Kelis is the truth, and her album is coming out, but you notice how they acting like Lady GaGa was the first to come out with the costumes when Kelis was doing that before them. and Yes Rihanna copied the hair everyone knew this LOL. She is so versitile and i feel this is her year.
pumkinpie27 1 year ago
@itsmister2you did u get the new one? Fleshtone
kendolldamon 1 year ago
this song is soo dope and real!
thatwildmarcuz 2 years ago
I love kelis........she is a definate personality I would love to meet her...she is the shit.....everything she rights is so real
KamilahMovie 2 years ago
Loveee This Song!
CrazyDaisys123 2 years ago
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Britney version is better,fast great beats great vocals this sounds terrible not trying to hate lol.
Silasizhere 2 years ago
pshh.. this was before britney spears.. calm down.
&& as far as terrible,, thats your opinion
radxrocket 2 years ago 5
@Silasizhere Are you fucking high? These are two totally different artists, in two totally different fields of music. Get Britney's non-singing ass outta here. Kelis wins.
itsoscarYO 1 year ago
seriously i listen to it a fifth time round to get it and its really deep man ....shes talking about he but she includes us...."buy the record you became a big .big victim"
pimzy94 2 years ago 3
love love love it...im so filld with intusiasm
pimzy94 2 years ago
This sista is so dope,the majority of her material is great.Who knew she could rhyme.Definitely one of her dope tracks right here.
tlofee 2 years ago
I'm amazed at how similar Rihanna is getting styled on Kelis. But not quite successful and definately not original.Keep on swapping texts with Agyness, you'll have alot in common.
Kelis; i adore everything you are and respect to you!
ptjkane 2 years ago 9
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Britney's song "Circus" is a more entertaining and catchier than this ... This is slow , Britney has harcore and fierce beats
HellRaiSeRvideos 2 years ago
Britney's version of "Circus" sucks compare to Kelis' "Circus". Kelis is speaking the truth.
dangerousclever 2 years ago 7
urr , iits not the same song ... its just got the same name!
RhcpRockerDosed 2 years ago
Hmmm, your taste leaves alot to be desired....and required. Enjoy Britney!
ptjkane 2 years ago
Shut the fuck up donny
ZootSuitZombie 2 years ago
this could be a perfect diss to rihanna for stealin her style, rihanna has NO talent whatsoever, if kelis came out with a new album as good as what she has put out before she would outshine the bitch in no time NUFF SAID
sistagirl488 2 years ago 10
most people think its just kelis rapping of singing fast, but it is so much more. She is explain her life basically in a metaphor of a circus, while britney spears is talking about how when she peforms the whole room is like a circus. BIG DIFF
toad1114 3 years ago 10
i completley agree it makes me so mad that kelis dosent get the credit like other artisist kelis is the one of the best i hate how rihanna got credit for keliss style
zackaryhilton 2 years ago 39
This is definitely one of my favorite songs by kelis! Top 3 for sure
andreasophia 3 years ago 6
love this song.
D E E P;;
but still emotional
tete05173 3 years ago 8
shes talking about most of the chicks in this industry now. i LOVE kelis like water.
prinzcharm 3 years ago 14
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britney rip off
lilcus23 3 years ago
how so???
lilkahlil2002 3 years ago
It came out way before Britney...
Any way, the songs talk about two different things.
JrockMina 3 years ago 6
so in what way is it a rip off then?
xAdrammelechx 3 years ago
kelis an britneys circus songs are two completely different types off songs, i love them both
JJBJJBJJBJJBJJBJJB 3 years ago 7
I Luv Dis Woman, This Song Sooo Rolls'
Sunny0086 3 years ago 2
This song is so deep, it's different but this is so true about the music industry. This is how she sees the music industry.
The music industry is one big fucking circus.
doomeaction 3 years ago 6
life's a circuss
xWAffl3 3 years ago
i love this song it should of been played on the radio
fabianbabygurl 3 years ago 8
this song really speaks about my life and i can listen to it over and over again cause my lif is sometimes like a circus
SBookerIII 3 years ago 2
dope song
mercifulbeauty 3 years ago
the type of song i can listen to over and over again. i love it! she's fab.
josephaz93 3 years ago 4
wow that is hot. I first heard this on that show So You Think You Can Dance.
grannie530 3 years ago
same here. thats why i searched it. cedric's solo :D beast..
LuCaRiOfan94 3 years ago 3
Yea Cedric Killed His Solo..
corleonemade5 3 years ago 5
Every solo that he did. I liked his top 18 solo the best.
MSAmericanIdol21 3 years ago 4
I love the Kelis. She is tha bizness.
dirtyon65 3 years ago 7
Omeegosh I just realized that rihanna stole her look from kelis!
510areac 3 years ago 5
yup. ive been noticed..and i bet u rihanna doesnt mention kelis either
FreeNUnique 3 years ago 2
ur rite!!!
gblock40g 3 years ago
sikk song!
yupdatzmeme 3 years ago
kelis. shes a head of her time
knowlife 3 years ago 12
This beat is sick! I love this song
gchsdrummerboi2007 3 years ago 6
This Song=Hot.
AWEEZII 3 years ago 6
All that glitters ain't gold ~And sometimes the gold ain't worth it.
gypsyluv 3 years ago 4
Blazing
sarena12 3 years ago 3
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dis used 2 b 2 of mas fav songs
BubbleGumandboyz 3 years ago
hot azz song!!!
nomamnpam 3 years ago
bananas...thiz songs amazings
jmarttrue 3 years ago 5
LOVE this song!!!
Mikizzle14 3 years ago 4
Yeah, I'm telling you. The message is amazing!
Leomerya12 3 years ago 6