You Don't Know What Love Is

The White Stripes

About You Don't Know What Love Is

"You Don't Know What Love Is (You Just Do as You're Told)" is a song written and recorded by the American alternative rock band The White Stripes. The song was first played live on June 29, 2007 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and is the second track from their sixth studio album Icky Thump. The track was released as a CD single on September 18, 2007, with the 7" vinyl version of the single following on September 25. The music video for "You Don't Know What Love Is (You Just Do as You're Told)" premiered on MTV2 Unleashed, as well as MTV. com and MTV2.com on July 30, 2007. The video was filmed in front of the Hudson's Bay Company historical buildings in the Apex neighborhood of Iqaluit, the capital of the northern Canadian territory of Nunavut, while the band was on tour there. more »

Year:: 2007
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The White Stripes

The White Stripes was an American rock duo, formed in 1997 in Detroit, Michigan. The group consisted of drummer Meg White (drums and occasional vocals) and songwriter Jack White (vocals, guitar, and keyboards). Meg and Jack White were previously married to each other, but are now divorced. After releasing several singles and three albums within the Detroit music scene, the White Stripes rose to prominence in 2002, as part of the garage rock revival scene. Their successful and critically acclaimed albums White Blood Cells and Elephant drew them attention from a large variety of media outlets in the United States and the United Kingdom, with the single "Seven Nation Army" and its now-iconic guitar riff becoming a huge hit. The band recorded a further two albums… more »

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Album Origins "You Don't Know What Love Is (You Just Do As You're Told)" is a song by American rock duo The White Stripes from their sixth studio album "Icky Thump" (2007).
Chart Performance The song peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and at number 25 on the UK Singles Chart.
Instrumental Composition As with much of The White Stripes' catalog, the song prominently features Meg White's minimalist drumming and Jack White's raw guitar riffs.
Music Video Production The music video was directed by Emmett Malloy, the director who predominantly works with rock and indie artists and also co-directed several other videos for The White Stripes.
Recording Process This track, like the entirety of the album "Icky Thump", was recorded at Blackbird Studio in Nashville, Tennessee - a departure from previous albums which were often recorded in Detroit.
European Influence The song showcases Jack White's affinity for British music traditions, combining elements of Britpop and blues.
Distinctive Lyrics The lyrics are representative of Jack White's songwriting style, which often explores themes of love and relationships through an unconventional lens.
Live Performances "You Don't Know What Love Is" became a favorite song performed by The White Stripes during their live concerts.
Critical Reviews Critics praised the song for its raw and energetic performance, as well as its honest lyrics.
Vinyl Release In addition to its digital release, the song was also released as a 7" vinyl single with a B-side recording, "A Martyr for My Love for You".

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