Wanna Be With You
Earth, Wind & Fire
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Yesterday seems like so long ago This space I'm in, reminds me so Of the times, I use to rip and run Shootin' my guns and out for fun As time passed by, I changed my point of view Started to search for someone like you You made me feel so much love from the heart Enough to know we'll never part I wanna be with you That's all I want to do I wanna be with you That's all I want to do I wanna be with you Look at you, like someone from a dream You came to me, in time of need You are the best, You're different from the rest You take the cake, for goodness sake I take you out, to prove that it's true The greatest love I ever knew Is in my arms, for more than just a night 'Cause baby now, you are my life I wanna be with you That's all I want to do I wanna be with you That's all I want to do I wanna be with you
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Written by: WAYNE VAUGHN, MAURICE WHITE
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11 facts about this song
Release Information"Wanna Be with You" was the lead single from Earth, Wind & Fire's 11th album titled ‘Raise!’, which was released in 1981.
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Chart SuccessThe song was a huge commercial success. It reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot R&B Singles chart.
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Award Recognition"Wanna Be with You" received a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals in 1982.
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Song LengthThe length of the song on the album 'Raise!' is 4:36 minutes, whereas the single version is shortened to 3:31 minutes.
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Non-album B-sideThe 45 rpm single release of "Wanna Be with You" includes the non-album track "Kalimba Tree".
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InspirationMaurice White, who is the co-founder of Earth, Wind & Fire, admitted that their music including this hit single is often inspired by mystical, cosmic forces.
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Writer CreditsThe song was written by Maurice White and Wayne Vaughn. Vaughn, a native of Los Angeles, had been a long-time collaborator with the band.
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Musicians FeaturedAlongside the main members of Earth, Wind, & Fire, a number of additional musicians played on "Wanna Be with You," including Paulinho da Costa on percussion, and a horn section made up of Bill Reichenbach, Chuck Findley, Larry Hall, and Lew McCreary.
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Critical ReviewsCritics acclaimed the song for its infectious hooks, impressive harmonies, and fusion of R&B with pop elements.
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Music VideoThe band also released a music video for "Wanna Be with You", which continues to receive views on platforms like YouTube. The video typically features the band performing in a concert setting, highlighting their energetic performances and signature choreography.
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LegacyEven years after its release, "Wanna Be with You" remains a popular song by Earth, Wind & Fire, often played on radio stations and included in the band's live sets. The song also features in several compilation albums and “Best of” collections of the band's work.
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