I Just Want to Have Something to Do
Ramones
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Hanging out on Second Avenue Eating chicken vindaloo I just want to be with you I just want to have something to do Tonight, tonight, tonight Tonight, tonight, well alright! Tonight, tonight, tonight Tonight, tonight, tonight Wait! Now! Wait! Now! Hanging out all by myself I don't want to be with anybody else I just want to be with you I just want to have something to do Tonight, tonight, tonight Tonight, tonight, well alright! Tonight, tonight, tonight Tonight, tonight, tonight Wait! Now! Wait! Now! Wait! Now! Wait! Now! Hanging out all by myself I don't want to be with anybody else I just want to be with you I just want to have something to do Tonight, tonight, tonight Tonight, tonight, well alright! Tonight, tonight, tonight Tonight, tonight, tonight Tonight, tonight, tonight Tonight, tonight, tonight
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Written by: Douglas Colvin, Jeff Hyman, John Cummings
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Origin"I Just Want to Have Something to Do" is a song by American punk rock band, the Ramones. This track opens their fourth studio album, "Road to Ruin".
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ReleaseThe song and the album "Road to Ruin" were both released in 1978.
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Genre SpecificationRamones are considered as one of the first punk rock bands, and "I Just Want to Have Something to Do" is a strong representation of their punk sound.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song contain references to 53rd Street and 3rd Avenue and is believed to depict the band's life in their hometown of New York City.
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SongwritingLike most of the Ramones’ material, the song was written by Dee Dee Ramone, the band's bassist, and Joey Ramone, the lead vocalist.
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Structure"I Just Want to Have Something to Do" is a typical Ramones song in terms of structure, featuring fast-paced guitar riffs and straightforward drum lines.
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Simple Yet StrongDespite its simplicity, the song is known for its catchy tune and the strong delivery of its lyrics.
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CoversThe song has been covered by several artists, most notably by the alternative rock band Garbage in 2005.
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PerformanceThe Ramones often included the song in their live performances and it is featured on many of their live albums.
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Film AppearanceThe song was included in the soundtrack for the 1996 film adaptation of the popular novel "Trainspotting".
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Critical ReceptionAlthough it wasn't a chart-topper, "I Just Want to Have Something To Do" nevertheless held its own due to its honest, raw lyrics and straightforward punk rock sound.
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LegacyDespite its relative obscurity, the song remains a cult favorite among Ramones fans and is a staple of their discography.
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