When I'm With You
Sparks
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When I'm with you I never have a problem when I'm with you I'm really well-adjusted when I'm with you, with you, with you When I'm with you When I'm with you I lose a lot of sleep when I'm with you I meet a lot of people when I'm with you, with you, with you When I'm with you [Chorus:] It's the break in the song When I should say something special But the pressure is on and I can't make up nothing special Not when I'm with you When I'm with you I never feel like garbage when I'm with you I almost feel normal when I'm with you When I'm with you When I'm with you I'm always hot and bothered when I'm with you I always need a shower when I'm with you, with you, with you When I'm with you [Chorus] I never need a mirror when I'm with you I don't care what I look like when I'm with you, with you, with you When I'm with you
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Written by: RONALD D MAEL, RUSSELL CRAIG MAEL
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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13 facts about this song
Album Release"When I'm With You" is part of Sparks' eleventh studio album, "Terminal Jive," which was released in January 1980.
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Chart Performance"When I’m With You" topped the French singles chart for a whole six weeks in 1980, marking Sparks' first number-one hit in any country.
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Music GenreThe song falls into the genres of Synth-pop and New Wave, which were very popular styles of music during the late '70s and early '80s.
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ProductionThe legendary music producer Giorgio Moroder, known for his work with artists like Donna Summer and David Bowie, produced "When I'm With You."
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Critical ReceptionThe song is deemed as one of Sparks' most memorable tracks, earning significant radio play during its release.
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Song LongevityDespite being over 40 years old, "When I'm With You" continues to be a favourite among Sparks fans and is often played at concerts and special events.
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Band Members"When I'm With You" was performed by the Mael Brothers - Russell Mael (on vocals) and Ron Mael (on keyboards).
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Song DurationThe song runs for a total of 4 minutes and 21 seconds, a typical length for Pop songs of the era.
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Lyric ThemeThe song is a sweet love ballad, with the lyrics expressing the feelings of happiness and contentment felt when with a loved one.
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French ConnectionWhile initially not as successful in the US or UK, "When I'm With You" gained a huge following in France which played a significant role in reviving Sparks' career.
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Single ReleaseIn addition to its inclusion on the "Terminal Jive" album, "When I'm With You" was also released as a single with "Just Because You Love Me" as the B-side track.
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TV PerformanceSparks performed "When I'm With You" on the French TV show, Chorus in 1980. Russell was up front singing, while Ron was playing a grand piano.
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Song InfluenceSparks' "When I’m With You" was a prominent influence on the French synth-pop scene in the '80s and '90s, with artists like Daft Punk.
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