Backstreet Boys - I Want It That Way

Absolute Kidz · Absolute Kidz 11 & Greatest Hitz 2 [2003]

(AJ)

Yeah



(Brian)

You are my fire

The one desire

Believe when I say:

I want it that way



(Nick)

But we are two worlds apart

Can't reach to your heart

When you say:

That I want it that way



(Chorus)

(Nick)

Tell me why

(All)

Ain't nothing but a heartache

(Nick)

Tell me why

(All)

Ain't nothing but a mistake

Tell me why

(Nick)

I never wanna hear you say:

(All)

I want it that way



(AJ)

Am I your fire

Your one desire

Yes I know it's too late

But I want it that way



(Chorus)

(AJ)

Tell me why

(All)

Ain't nothing but a heartache

(AJ)

Tell me why

(All)

Ain't nothing but a mistake

Tell me why

(Brian & AJ)

I never wanna hear you say:

(All)

I want it that way



(Kevin)

Now I can see that we've fallen apart

From the way that it used to be, yeah

(Kevin & AJ)

No matter the distance

I want you to know

That deep down inside of me



(Howie)

You are my fire

The one desire

You are

(All)

You are, you are, you are

(Nick)

Don't wanna hear you say.....



(All)

Ain't nothing but a heartache

(Nick)

Yeah, eh, eh

Ain't nothing but a mistake

(Nick)

Don't wanna hear you say

(All)

I never wanna hear you say:

(Nick)

Oh, yeah

(All)

I want it that way



(Brian)

Tell me why

(All)

Ain't nothing but a heartache

(Brian)

Tell me why

(All)

Ain't nothing but a mistake

Tell me why

I never wanna hear you say:

(Nick)

Don't wanna hear you say

(All)

I want it that way



(Brian)

Tell me why

(All)

Ain't nothing but a heartache

Ain't nothing but a mistake

Tell me why

I never wanna hear you say

(AJ)

Never wanna hear you say

(All)

I want it that way



(AJ)

Cause I want it that way

Backstreet Boys - I Want It That Way

Released in 2000, this track by the Backstreet Boys is a defining anthem of the late 1990s and early 2000s boy band era. The song blends pop-rock with R&B influences, characterized by its catchy chorus and emotional vocal delivery that resonated globally. It became a massive commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and becoming a staple of radio play worldwide. The recording features the group's signature harmonies and polished production style that helped cement their status as one of the most influential acts of their generation. Its enduring popularity ensures it remains a cultural touchstone for fans of pop music from that specific period.