The song's development was fueled by professional and personal friction. Though it never mentions the title in its lyrics—a common New Order trope—it carries deep thematic weight.
: Initial drafts were inspired by lead singer Bernard Sumner's collapsing marriage at the time. Round and Round (12" Version)
: An extended version of "'Round and 'Round (Merry Go 'Round of Love)," a New Jack Swing classic. Round and Round (12" Version) The song's development was fueled by professional and
: The band actually preferred to release the track "Vanishing Point" as the single, but Tony Wilson overrode them to issue "Round & Round". Other Versions Titled "Round and Round" Round and Round (12" Version)