You're No Good
Linda Ronstadt
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Heat wave Heat wave Whenever I'm with you Something inside Starts to burn deep And my heart's filled with fire Could be that I'm very sentimental Or is this just the way love's supposed to be? I got a heat wave Burning in my heart I can't keep from crying Tearing me apart Sometimes she calls my name Yeah, yeah, yeah, I can't explain I feel, yeah I feel I feel this burning flame This high blood pressure's got a hold on me 'Cause this is the way love's supposed to be I got a heat wave Burning in my heart I can't keep from crying Tearing me apart Oh yeah Oh yeah Oh yeah Oh yeah Just give me another chance This could be a new romance Heat wave Heat wave Heat wave Heat wave
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Written by: Edward Jr. Holland, Lamont Dozier, Brian Holland
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4 facts about this song
Betty Everett's Version1. Betty Everett's version of "You're No Good" was released in November 1963 under the Vee-Jay Records label.
2. Everett's version performed moderately well, reaching 51 on the Billboard Hot 100.
3. Even though this version was not greatly successful, it still marked the start of Everett's successful career in the soul genre.
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Linda Ronstadt's Version4. Linda Ronstadt's version of "You're No Good" was released in 1975, 12 years after the original recording.
5. Ronstadt's version was the most successful among all the versions. It entered the Billboard Hot 100's Top 10 and eventually reached the number 1 spot.
6. This became Ronstadt's first number 1 hit and marked her transition from country rock to a more mainstream rock sound.
7. Ronstadt's version also topped the Billboard Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks, showing its wide appeal to varying audiences.
8. Linda's rendition is often mistakenly considered to be the original version due to her immense popularity and the song's success during her time.
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The Swinging Blue Jeans' Version9. The Swinging Blue Jeans, a British Merseybeat band, also covered "You're No Good" in 1964, a year after its original release.
10. This Merseybeat version reached number 3 in the UK Singles Chart, showcasing the British audience's appreciation of the song.
11. The Swinging Blue Jeans' version was more rock and roll influenced and showcased the band's Beatles-esque sound well.
12. Their rendition was featured in the 1965 musical comedy movie "What a Crazy World" which bolstered its popularity.
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General Facts13. "You're No Good" was originally written by Clint Ballard Jr. and was first recorded by Dee Dee Warwick in 1963, but didn't chart high.
14. Several other covers of the song exist, including versions by Van Halen and Lulu.
15. Despite the many different versions, the song carries a common theme of telling off a lover who has been unfaithful or harmful.
16. The song has transcended various music genres- from soul and pop to rock and roll, showcasing its versatile nature.
17. "You're No Good" has been widely appreciated for its catchy tune and relatable lyrics, which have contributed to its long-standing popularity.
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